Back to School
The First Week of School
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Children's hardcover
$24.99
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Follow along as an ensemble cast of characters experience an extraordinary first week of school in this hilarious picture book that's perfect for fans of Jon Klassen and Lucy Ruth Cummins!
It's the first day of school. An artist wonders if her drawings are good enough to show. An inventor is excited for show and tell. A group of competitive friends call themselves the Sport Kings (but nobody else does). Pat, the class pet, listens to the weird sounds humans make. The teacher is ready to start.
When the new student gets to class, things take a turn for the unusual. There's something a little strange about the visitor--maybe even something out-of-this-world.
Clifford's School Day (Board Book)
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Board Book
$11.99
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Clifford the small red puppy is going to school in this board book edition of a storybook classic!
This sturdy board book edition of Clifford's School Day follows Emily Elizabeth as she brings her puppy, Clifford, to school for show-and-tell. Together with the rest of the class, Clifford tries to fingerpaint, bake cookies, and play in water and sand. But the small red puppy always makes a mess! Luckily, Emily Elizabeth is there to make sure they have a fun day at school!
This board book edition has a fresh, updated cover and a big, chunky trim with durable pages, perfect for Clifford's youngest fans.
Countdown to School
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Board Book
$19.99
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Greg Paprocki's Countdown to School is the perfect board book to read with your little one who is either getting ready to begin preschool or who has an older sibling or friend heading to school in the fall.
It's nine days until school starts, and what do we do? We go shopping for school clothes, of course! Three days before school starts, we talk about our feelings because it is okay to be a bit nervous. And two days before school starts, we organize our school supplies and pack them into our backpack. We are ready to go!
Toddlers learn to count down from 10 to 1 as they mark the days until school begins, and they can practice counting by finding objects hidden throughout these fun back-to-school scenes in Paprocki's classically retro mid-century art style. From finding green library books and blue water bottles to exploring the playground and visiting the classroom, there's fun to be had on every page. Discover new details in each illustration with every successive reading of the book.
David Goes to School
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Board Book
$10.99
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David is off to school in this board book companion to the Caldecott Honor-winning classic No, David! by bestselling picture-book creator David Shannon! Perfect for little troublemakers who are starting something new.
David's teacher has her hands full. From running in the halls to chewing gum in class, David's high-energy antics fill each school day with trouble-- and are sure to bring a smile to even the best- behaved reader.
David is a beloved picture book character whose unabashed good humor, mischievous smile, and laughter-inducing antics underline the love parents have for their children-- even when they misbehave.
A Day at School with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
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Board Book
$10.99
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Spend a day at school with The Very Hungry Caterpillar!
It's a busy day at school with The Very Hungry Caterpillar! From greeting the teacher to reading a book, get ready to celebrate learning in this tabbed board book with easy-to-flip tabs, easy-to-read text, and easy-to-love Eric Carle art.
Diggers Love to Go to School!
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Board Book
$12.50
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Let your little one know that little trucks are just as excited to go to school as they are! This sturdy and delightful Diggers board book takes young readers on a fun filled journey through the first day of school, making it perfect for the youngest fans of the Where Do Diggers series and truck enthusiasts alike!
Counting, patterns, taking turns...everything little diggers, monster trucks, and tractors love to do at school! These exciting activities will resonate with the littlest of readers who eagerly embrace each new day of learning and will help prepare those who are starting school for the first time. And they will love finding the mouse on every page!
Children who can't get enough of trucks will love all the books in the bestselling Where Do Diggers... series. Look for these and more!
Where Do Diggers Say I Love You?
Diggers Love Their Mommies!
Where Do Diggers Hunt for Easter Eggs?
Where Do Diggers Trick or Treat?
Dr. Seuss's School Things
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Board Book
$11.99
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A board book featuring Thing One and Thing Two--from Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat--that's perfect for back to school!
Written in super-simple rhyme, this sweet, sturdy board book follows Thing One and Thing Two as they spend a typical day at school. From riding the school bus, learning their ABCs and numbers, reading, making art and music, playing outside, and visiting with a class pet, Dr. Seuss's beloved Things reassure toddlers that school is a fun place to learn.
Perfect for back to school, this is an ideal way to introduce the very youngest children to the magic of Dr. Seuss!
Dress-Up Day
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Board Book
$11.99
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After missing her class costume party, a girl decides she doesn't need an excuse to dress up in this charming board book, a relatable school story from author-illustrator Blanca Gómez.
When a little girl is home sick for dress-up day at school, she decides there's no need to miss out entirely: She'll just wear her rabbit costume the next day!
But when the next day arrives and she's the only one in costume, it doesn't feel like such a great idea after all. Can a little bit of confidence and an unexpected new friend turn a self-conscious moment into a wonderful one?
Funny, endearing, and relatable to any kid who's ever felt insecure, Dress-Up Day is an ode to friendship, embracing individuality, and putting yourself out there no matter the occasion.
"There's an emotional change on almost every page of this picture book as Gómez presents the possibility that moments of chagrin don't last forever, and that disasters can morph into delight." --Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)
Find Spot at Preschool
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Board Book
$10.99
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Join Spot and his friends on their first day of preschool in this fun lift-the-flap book.
It's Spot's first day at preschool, and he can't wait! There are lots of fun activities to try and games to play with his friends... but when it gets to snack time, Spot has disappeared! Where has he gone?
This brand-new Spot adventure is full of unexpected lift-the-flap surprises and all the fun and humor that has made the original Where's Spot? a children's classic. Toddlers will love searching for Spot and exploring all the fun of preschool along the way! With interactive flaps to train fine motor skills and an adventure that sparks curiosity and imagination, this is great for early learning and play.
Getting Ready for Kindergarten
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Trade paperback
$7.99
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Get Ready for Kindergarten in this exciting new series for kids embarking on new adventures! Vera Ahiyya, the Tutu Teacher, knows everything your family needs to get ready... and to celebrate every precious moment!
GET READY... for an exciting new series focusing on BIG moments in the lives of kids!
It's almost the first day of school and everyone is busy getting ready. A young girl and her parent pack a healthy lunch, fill her backpack with supplies, pick out a colorful outfit, and take a special photo . . . but is that everything she will need for her big first day?
Get your little one ready with this joyful story about what to expect on their very first day of Kindergarten!
This edition includes an adorable punch-out sign for first day photo opps!
Getting Ready for Preschool
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Trade paperback
$7.99
Reader Reward Price: $7.19
Get Ready for Preschool in this exciting new series for kids embarking on new adventures! Vera Ahiyya, the Tutu Teacher, knows everything your family needs to get ready... and to celebrate every precious moment!
Includes an "I'm ready for preschool!" sign for photo opportunities!
It's almost the first day of preschool and everyone is busy getting ready. A young boy and his family meet the teacher, post a family photo on the classroom wall, send a special lovey for naptime, pack a healthy lunch, and take a special photo . . . but is that everything he will need for his big first day? Maybe just one more hug first!
Get your little one ready with this joyful story about what to expect on their very first day of preschool!
Goodnight School
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Children's hardcover
$24.99
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School's First Day of School meets Good Night, Gorilla in this irresistible bedtime story about School getting ready to go to sleep!
As the sun sets, a security guard arrives to help this sleepy little school get some rest. From tucking in chairs to checking all the locks to listening to the silverware snoring, she makes her moonlit rounds. One by one, the lights are turning off and everyone is turning in. Well, everyone except for the turtle from 2A. Will this escapee make it back to bed on time?
Bailey's lusciously lyrical and dreamy story expertly peels back the curtain for the littlest readers who ever wondered what happens to school at night, making Goodnight School the perfect pick for early childhood educators, back-to-school, and, of course, bedtime.
Hello, Crayons!
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Board Book
$10.99
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Introducing the dream team of school supplies, here to get you ready for school and calm any first-day jitters! This delightful board book is the perfect back-to-school read!
From crayons to paper
it's the time of year
to meet new friends,
because school is near!
Perfect for your little one's first day of school, meet the dream team of school supplies: a colorful cast of characters that includes crayons, pencil, paint set, ruler, and notebook! Friendly faces and familiar objects are waiting to make little readers feel welcome in their new classroom.
I Am Cherished
- Onome Ako 
, Ken Daley
Children's hardcover
$19.99
Reader Reward Price: $17.99
My name is Kikelomo and I am cherished!
It's Kikelomo's first day of school and she is excited! But when it's time to share in her classroom circle, Kikelomo is surprised and saddened when other children make fun of her name. When Kikelomo comes home that night, her mother and father remind her how carefully they chose her name and that it means "a child who is cherished" in Yoruba, the language of her mother's family. It prompts her to think about all the times she feels cherished and who she is, held inside her loving family.
When Kikelomo returns to school the next day, she can't wait to share why calling her by her name is important, and how everyone can pronounce it if they try. With this simple act, her classmates -- and teacher! -- are all inspired to learn and share the stories of their names too.
Joyful, powerful and infused with love, this proudly affirming story will resonate with every child who needs to stand up for their big, beautiful name, and encourage kids and grownups from all backgrounds to think about their own unique connection to their name.
The Nervous Dragon
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Board Book
$10.99
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This picture book is an adorable introduction to starting school for pre-readers. This journey of a young dragon will teach little ones that starting school isn't as scary as they might think.
From DK's bestselling First Seasonal Stories series comes a new magical adventure for any little dragon aged 3-5 getting ready to start school!
Follow the story of Drago, who learns to embrace new experiences as he gets ready for his first day at school. But when he thinks about it, it makes him feel nervous. Settle first day jitters with this magical story that shows that starting school isn't as scary as little ones might think. This story normalises first day worries and is a gentle reminder of the exciting new possibilities that school brings.
This heartwarming board book about starting school offers:
- A great opportunity for little ones to understand and communicate their emotions, build confidence and overcome worries.
- Bright illustrations alongside an engaging storyline that is suitable for young children.
- A chunky board book with rounded edges and sturdy pages for children to turn.
- The fifth title in the bestselling series that includes includes The Happy Pumpkin, The Grumpy Reindeer, The Sleepy Bunny, and The Lonely Otter.
Children who are getting ready to start school are encouraged to share any hidden worries they may have through this picture book about a dragon with a big secret - that he can't breathe fire. But what will the other dragons at school think? Think board book will teach little ones that starting school is exciting and there's no better place to learn and perfect your fire breathing techniques!
More in the series
At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop here?
If you like The Nervous Dragon, then why not try other titles in this collection of first experiences for young children? Try The Happy Pumpkin, The Grumpy Reindeer, The Sleepy Bunny, and The Lonely Otter for an introduction to Halloween, Christmas, Easter and Valentine's!
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