Harry and the Dinosaurs Go to School

Name: Harry and the Dinosaurs Go to School
ISBN: 9780723295778

Harry and the Dinosaurs Series · Book 6 of 17

For the child feeling those first-day jitters, this book offers a comforting look at starting school, reminding them that even with big feelings, new adventures can be wonderful.

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About This Book

A parent should reach for this book when their child is expressing fear or anxiety about starting school. Harry is nervous about his first day, finding the new environment big, noisy, and overwhelming. He brings his beloved toy dinosaurs in a bucket for comfort, but is too shy to show them to anyone. This story gently explores the common jitters of a first day, validating a child's feelings of apprehension. Through the simple act of discovering a classmate who also loves dinosaurs, Harry learns that school can be a place of friendship and fun. For ages 3 to 6, this book is a perfect tool for normalizing fear and showing how a shared interest can build a bridge to a new friend, turning a scary day into an exciting one.

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What Parents Should Know

Sad ThemesMild

Deals with a child's mild anxiety and fear about the first day of school.

Sensitive Topics

The book deals directly with childhood anxiety related to starting school. The approach is secular and focuses on emotional coping strategies, specifically the use of transitional objects (the dinosaurs) and the power of friendship. The resolution is entirely hopeful and positive, showing a successful and happy integration into the school environment.