First Day of Kindergarten

The first day of kindergarten is approaching quickly and for many children the first day of school, particularly the first day of kindergarten, is a cause of anxiety. Here are a few books to read with your soon-to-be kindergartner that may help ease them into the hustle and bustle of school.

Ready for Kindergarten, Stinky Face? by Lisa McCourt

A mother reassures her son when he imagines increasingly silly things that might go wrong on his first day of kindergarten.

Is Your Buffalo Ready for Kindergarten? by Audrey Shehyn Vernick

Although kindergarten provides unique challenges for a young buffalo, one who follows the rules and tries his best will get along fine.

I Love School! by Philemon Sturges

A brother and sister describe the things they love to do during their day at kindergarten.

Kindergarten Diary by Antoinette Portis

Annalina's diary entries reflect her feelings and experiences as she goes from being afraid to go to kindergarten to loving it during her first month of school.

Welcome to Kindergarten by Anne F. Rockwell

A boy visits the classroom where he will attend kindergarten the following fall and finds out what is in store for him.

I'm Telling You, Dex, Kindergarten Rocks! by Katie Davis

Dexter knows everything there is to know about kindergarten and is not at all scared about his first day there, but his stuffed dog, Rufus, is very nervous.

Discover more of our favorite first day of school books here.