Kate's Book Corner - Back to School Edit
I have always loved fall and the back to school season. Back to school shopping may have been one of my favorite things as a child. Special outings with my grandmother for a new outfit and a pair of shoes and then a family trip for supplies at Target. I'm sure my mother secretly loathed the trips where I insisted on all new supplies and then spent hours organizing them in my backpack when I got home. I now get to do it with my two oldest which is extra special. Unfortunately, this time of year isn't pleasant for everyone so I thought I would share some books that we have read over the years to help us with the transition.
The nine books in my Back to School Edit are appropriate for kids aged 2-8 but enjoyable for kids (and adults) of all ages. School's First Day of School is beautifully illustrated and all about first day jitters from varying perspectives. Our daughter's is nicknamed Birdie so we love Birdie's First Day of School and I can't get over her mother's chic wardrobe. Goodbye Brings Hello is a new addition this year and it helps to teach children to accept various change in their life like a new school, a new home or a new sibling. Miss Nelson is Missing was one of my favorite books as a child. In fact, the entire collection is fabulous and if you don't know who Miss Viola Swamp is please add this book to your must-read list! A Bad Case of Stripes is a clever story about learning to be your authentic self which is an important lesson for the 1st grader in our home. If you're looking for a board book A Day At School has been a much loved book in our home for years. It's perfect for children in daycare or those starting preschool. flap books have been long standing favorites for years in our home. The Smallest Girl in the Smallest Grade shares powerful message about how one person can make a difference and it's authored by one of our favorite children's singers Justin Roberts! We love to collect Berenstain Bear books and The Berenstain Bears' Go To School is all about sisters first time at school. Finally, our son is entering preschool this fall and we couldn't be more excited to we have been reading this preschool appropriate book on repeat, Maisy Goes to Preschool.
Happy Reading!
The Back to School Edit