5 Popular Back To School Books For Kids

1. "A Kissing Hand" by Audrey Penn: This heartwarming book follows a young raccoon named Chester as he learns to cope with separation anxiety on his first day of school. It reassures children that their parent's love is always with them, even when they are apart. Watch it on our YouTube channel.

2. "David Goes to School" by David Shannon: This book is part of the "David" series. In this book you watch the adventures and misadventures of David as he tries to navigate school. Despite David's occasional misbehavior, he learns some valuable lessons.  Watch this book on our YouTube channel.

3. "Llama Llama Misses Mama" by Anna Dewdney: In this Llama Llama series book, little Llama starts preschool and goes through a range of emotions while missing his mama. It's a comforting story that helps children navigate the emotions of separation and adjustment in a new school environment. Watch it here.

4. "The Pigeon Has to Go to School" by Mo Willems: The lively and opinionated Pigeon is reluctant to attend school. He has various excuses and fears about going to school but eventually discovers the excitement and fun of learning and making new friends. Watch Grandpa read aloud this story here.

5. "Pout-pout Fish Goes to School" by Deborah Diesen: Mr Fish is nervous to start school. He is worried because he does not know how to write his name, or how to do math. Then he discovers the school is the perfect place to learn these new skills. Watch Mr. Fish here.

These books can help children feel more prepared, confident, and excited about going back to school. They address common fears, emotions, and experiences associated with the start of a new school year, making them relatable and comforting reads.

All of the books listed are available to watch on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/GrammyGrandparead and we have created A Back To School Playlist with these specific books and a few others. We hope you will enjoy watching them.

Several of these books are available on The Kindle Unlimited App or on Audible Premium Plus or Audible Plus as well. (Audible is offering a FREE trial offer if you'd like to try it.)

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