It’s back-to-school time. Get your kids ready to face the challenges of a new school year with these back-to-school read aloud books.
- Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes. A mouse named Chrysanthemum loves her name until she is teased about it on her first day of kindergarten. A great conversation starter about names and the value of our uniqueness.
- Ella the Elegant Elephant by Carmela D’amico and Steve D’amico. Ella wears her big red hat, a special gift from her Grandma, on the first day of school. With inspiring strength, Ella stands up to a teasing bully named Belinda and does not give up her lucky hat.
- First Day Jitters by Julie Danneberg. A fun story that shows everyone gets the jitters on the first day of school. The surprise twist on the last page makes this book end with a smile.
- How I Spent My Summer Vacation by Mark Teague. Wallace spins a fabulous tale about his summer vacation, letting his imagination run wild. Great choice for a back-to-school read that sparks creative thought and writing.
- Llama Llama Misses Mama by Anna Dewdney. The perfect book for little ones starting preschool. On Llama Llama’s first day, he learns that preschool is fun and Mama Llama does indeed come back!
- Mrs. Watson Wants Your Teeth by Alison McGhee. The scariest part of a new school year can be the uncertainty of adjusting to a new teacher - especially if she is a purple-tongued alien who steals baby teeth! A very funny book.
- Thank You, Mr. Falker by Patricia Polacco. A wonderful book with a lesson for all of us promoting sensitivity towards kids with dyslexia and other learning disabilities.
- The Crayon Box That Talked by Shane DeRolf. A colorful, lyrical book with an important message about getting along with others and accepting our differences.
- The Night Before First Grade by Natasha Wing. In the poetic style of The Night Before Christmas, this book helps relieve common anxieties about new teachers and new classmates.
- Yoko by Rosemary Wells. As Yoko learns when she brings homemade sushi to class for lunch, kids do not always respect cultural differences. This sweet book encourages multi-cultural appreciation and understanding.
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