Mr Tick the Teacher

A parent might reach for this book when their child is feeling anxious about starting school or meeting a new teacher. It serves as a perfect antidote to first-day jitters by presenting the school environment as a place of pure, nonsensical fun. The story follows the wonderfully silly Mr. Tick, a teacher whose family members all share his name and his love for tickling. When they visit his classroom, chaos and giggles erupt. This book's emotional core is joy and laughter, effectively dissolving worries through humor rather than direct discussion. Ideal for early elementary children (ages 5-8), its simple text and hilarious illustrations make it an accessible and reassuring read that frames teachers as funny, kind, and completely unscary people.