Back to School

Reach for this book when your child is acting out or becoming unusually irritable during a transition to a new grade or more difficult schoolwork. It is common for children to mask academic anxiety with anger, often directing it toward their closest friends or family members. This story follows Chloe as she navigates the secret fear that she isn't smart enough for her new class, a pressure that leads her to push away her best friend, Dani. Appropriate for ages 7 to 10, this realistic school story explores the intersection of self-doubt and social dynamics. It provides a helpful mirror for children who struggle to articulate their stress, helping them see that they aren't alone in feeling like 'imposters' in the classroom. Parents will appreciate how it models the process of recognizing one's own unfair behavior and the importance of a sincere apology to mend a friendship.