About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their child is feeling nervous about their first day of school or starting at a new one. The story follows siblings Lucy and Max as they navigate the common worries and eventual joys of this major life moment. It gently addresses fears like being alone or not knowing anyone, and shows how these feelings can give way to the excitement of making friends and discovering fun new activities. Appropriate for children ages 5 to 7, this simple and reassuring story is a wonderful tool. It normalizes first-day jitters and provides a positive, comforting model for children to follow, making the unknown feel a little less scary and a lot more manageable.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book's primary focus is on childhood anxiety related to a new situation. This is handled directly but very gently, in a secular context. The feelings of fear and loneliness are acknowledged as normal and temporary. The resolution is completely hopeful and positive, reinforcing the idea that scary new things can become fun and familiar. There are no other sensitive topics addressed.
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