First Grade Valentines

Name: First Grade Valentines
ISBN: 9780613281669

First Grade is the Best! Series · Book 2 of 3

For children anticipating a school celebration, this book captures the joys and mild anxieties of friendships and the excitement of a First Grade Valentine's Day party.

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About This Book

When would a parent reach for this book? When your child is navigating the excitement and social anxieties of a school Valentine's Day celebration. This gentle story follows first grader Ivy as she joyfully prepares valentines for all her classmates. It thoughtfully explores the small but significant emotional bumps that can happen, like when a friend feels his 'special' card isn't unique. The book normalizes feelings of friendship, jealousy, and belonging in a warm, reassuring way. It's perfect for ages 5 to 7, offering a sweet mirror to their own classroom experiences and opening a conversation about kindness and understanding.

Friendship & Loyalty School Life Holidays & Seasonal Joy & Gratitude Friendship & Social Empathy & Kindness Making Friends Loneliness & Belonging

What Parents Should Know

Sensitive Topics

There are no sensitive topics in this book. It is a secular story focused on a common school holiday celebration, and the central conflict is a very mild, age appropriate social misunderstanding.

Ideal Reader

The ideal reader is a 5 to 7 year old preparing for a classroom valentine exchange. It's particularly suited for a child who is thoughtful about friendships, worries about fairness, or is navigating the social complexities of a group for the first time.