Alex and Mary's First Day of School

Name: Alex and Mary's First Day of School
ISBN: 9798264902833

For the child feeling nervous about their very first classroom experience. This gentle story helps transition from home to school by showing what to expect.

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About This Book

Reach for this book when your child is facing the daunting 'big step' of their very first day at school and needs a gentle, step by step visualization of what that day actually looks like. It is an ideal tool for children who are expressing pre school jitters or clinging a little tighter to your hand as the school year approaches. The story follows Alex and Mary as they navigate the transition from the comfort of home to the excitement of the classroom. Through their journey, the book addresses common anxieties while highlighting the joys of making new friends, meeting a kind teacher, and learning new things. It is a comforting, realistic guide for children ages 3 to 6, providing a predictable structure that helps transform the unknown into a manageable and fun adventure.

Starting School School Life Anxiety & Worry First Day Friendship & Social Friendship & Loyalty Making Friends Fear & Bravery

What Parents Should Know

Sad ThemesMild

Brief moments of separation anxiety as the children say goodbye to parents.

Sensitive Topics

The book is entirely secular and handles the topic of separation anxiety in a direct, realistic manner. The resolution is hopeful and reassuring, emphasizing the reliability of the school environment and the certainty of parents returning at the end of the day.