It’s the beginning of August and school starts THIS week. Where has the time gone!? It’s like one minute you’re taking the last day of school picture and BAM, it’s time for back to school! I have a daughter going into 1st grade and a 3.5 year old who needs to start preparing for preschool. I love Usborne Books & More’s wide variety of books to help with back to school time.
Back to School Anxiety & Worry
Back to school can bring out excitement, but also anxiety about what is to come. Luckily, kids learn big concepts really well through stories told in books. Usborne Books & More offers a wide variety of books to help with anxiety, starting school, bullies on the bus, wearing glasses, and more…
Books to Help with Back to School Emotions, Jitters, Anxiety & Worry
- Jonathan James and the Whatif Monster
- Bully on the Bus
- Ava’s Spectacular Spectacles
- Going to School
- Can I Join Your Club?
Preparing for School for the First Time
For kids, school can be a big adjustment! As a parent, it can be a huge adjustment for you, too! Here are some resources to help make sure your child is ready to begin school for the first time. These books address basic pen control, ABCs, 123s, addition, telling time, times tables, and much more.
Children’s Books for Kiddos Going to School for the Very First Time
- Starting School Wipe Clean Activity Pack (for ages 5+)
- All You Need to Know Before You Start School
- Usborne Listen and Learn Get Ready for School
- Get Ready for School Wipe Clean Activity Pack (for ages 4+)
- Going to School
- Get Ready for School ABC and 123
This post is focused on early elementary kids who are either just starting school or who are in their first couple years of school. Usborne offers so many resources for older kids, too!
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