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The new school year has begun and parents and children are immersed in the world of chalk and protractors.<\/h3>\r\nThere may be nerves and a few difficult mornings ahead as everyone slips into fresh routines after the summer break. Here’s some bedtime reading that might help to ease the transition; a list of great books about going to school. I’ve listed ones that will appeal to young kids plus a couple aimed at 9-10 year olds on the brink of starting secondary school. I\u2019ve even included one for grown-ups!\r\n

1. Oh My Baby, Little One by Kathi Appelt and Jane Dyer.<\/h3>\r\nA sweet story about Baby Bird who has to say goodbye to his mum each morning. Even though they both feel sad, love stays with mum and Baby Bird all day long. My daughters loved looking out for the little hearts that are hidden on every page. Heartwarming.\r\n

2.\u00a0I am\u00a0 Too Absolutely Small for School (Charlie and Lola) by Lauren Child<\/h3>\r\nA must for Charlie and Lola fans, this book deals with Lola\u2019s fears around \u00a0the first day of school. All beautifully illustrated as usual by Ms Child.\r\n

3.\u00a0The Kissing Hand by Audrey Penn<\/h3>\r\nThis New York Times Best Seller is an adorable story that follows Chester Raccoon on his first day at school. The book deals with separation anxiety\u00a0 beautifully and is very reassuring for kids and parents alike.\r\n

4.\u00a0Wemberly Worried by Kevin Henkes<\/h3>\r\nWe love Kevin Henkes in our house and Wemberly is another brilliant character who worries about everything, especially her first day at school.\u00a0When Wemberly finally starts school however, everything changes for the better.\r\n

5. Harry and the Dinosaurs Go to School\u00a0 (Harry and His Bucketful of Dinosaurs) by Adrian Reynolds<\/h3>\r\nA nervous Harry goes to school without his usual bucketful of friends and has a bit of a miserable time until his dinosaur mates come to the rescue.\r\n

6. Once Upon an Ordinary School Day by Colin McNaughton<\/h3>\r\nFabulous teacher Mr Gee brightens up an ordinary, boring school day with his music and creativity. A great book for slightly older children, encouraging them to write and use their imagination.\r\n

7.\u00a0Lilly\u2019s Purple Plastic Purse by Kevin Henkes<\/h3>\r\nAn absolute family favourite in our house, Lilly takes her newest toy, a purple plastic into school with hilarious consequences. The depiction of her groovy teacher, Mr. Slinger, is wonderful!\r\n

8.\u00a0First Term at Malory Towers by Enid Blyton<\/h3>\r\nAlthough many commentators wonder whether Blyton\u2019s books have any relevance to modern readers, there is still something captivating about these stories of Darell Rivers and her life at boarding school Malory Towers.\r\n

9.\u00a0Harry Potter and the Philosopher\u2019s Stone by JK Rowling<\/h3>\r\nFor older readers, this list would not be complete without a nod to JK Rowling’s tales of jiggery, pokery and magic at Hogwart\u2019s School.\r\n

And finally, one for parents…<\/h2>\r\n

10.The Starting School Survival Guide: Everything you need to know when your child starts primary school by Sarah Ebner.<\/h3>\r\nAuthor Sarah Ebner is a mother of two and author of The Times blog School Gate<\/em>.\u00a0The book is filled with advice from learning what a number line is to interacting with teachers and other parents. It contains everything a parent needs to know in order to navigate the next seven or so years of their child\u2019s primary school years.\r\n\r\nHeader Image Credit :\u00a0eren {sea+prairie}\r\n

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