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Back to School

Back to school is an exciting time for some, but it can also be a worrisome time for others. Some will be starting school for the first time this fall, either anxiously awaiting the first day of a new adventure or fighting off the dread of the unknown. Some returning to school might be excited to see their friends again and learn new things, but others might feel anxious about what the year will bring.

Whether your kiddos are excited to go back to school or not, books can help sort through and deal with big emotions. Below, we have a list of books for those entering preschool, all the way through middle school. For a more extensive list, check out our online catalog here. We hope each child returning to school or starting school this fall has a wonderful year!


Also, don’t forget that a library card can be the perfect addition to your back-to-school list. Best part about a library card? They are FREE! We just need a photo ID and proof of current address to issue a library card and unlock a world of endless possibilities.


Amelia Bedelia goes to Kindergarten! However, her first day doesn't go completely to plan...
















My First Day of School by Alyssa Satin Capucilli

A great book that teaches kids what school will be like.
















We Don't Eat Our Classmates! by Ryan T. Higgins

Teaches friendship, acceptance, empathy, and other important lessons for kids entering school.












Little Crocodile goes to school and is excited about learning new things, making new friends, and facing challenges.











Never, Not Ever! by Beatrice Alemagna

Pascaline is nervous to go to school, but she eventually gains the confidence to enjoy kindergarten!



















Kindergarten Gets Ready by Naomi Danis

Mr. Bee prepares his Kindergarten classroom for the first day of school.
















Nellie Sue has a rough first day of school, from bus troubles to problems with her best friend. Ultimately, Nellie Sue uses problem solving skills to make the first day much better.




















A fun alphabet book about preparing for Kindergarten.



















Sophie's Shell by Jo Rooks

Sophie's nerves get the better of her on her first day of school, until she makes a new friend.




















Still Sal by Kevin Henkes

Sal's family and friends offer comfort and reassurance after a rough first day of school.























The Apple Doll by Elisa Kleven

Lizzy makes a special friend she can take to her first day of class to help ease her nerves.




















Countdown to Kindergarten by Alison McGhee

A young girl fresh out of preschool is preparing for Kindergarten. But, there is just one problem: She doesn't know how to tie her shoes!




















Wemberly Worried by Kevin Henkes

Wemberly works through her anxiety about starting school with a new friend, Jewel.


















The King of Kindergarten by Derrick Barnes

This young boy has all the confidence of a king as he enters Kindergarten!


















Mr. Fish is a new substitute teacher. Together with an anxious student, they conquer their nerves of the first day of school.
















Nervous Ravi would rather stay home from his first day of preschool, just like ladybugs!
















Junie B. Jones hates the school bus. So, after the first day of Kindergarten, she decides she isn't going to ride it home.























Junie B.'s first day of first grade is not what she expects, from adjusting to so much change, to learning she can't read the chalkboard.























First Grade, Here I Come! by David Steinberg

This books shows all the fun adventures of a first grade classroom, including school library trips, recess, and even a field trip!
















Andrea and A.J. are sent to a summer camp all about preparing for school.























Judy Moody is in a bad mood about the first day of third grade, until she gets to make a project all about her.





















Rafe wants to make the best of middle school by breaking every rule possible with his friend, Leo. However, he might decide that life is more serious than winning this competition.























This book portrays Ginny's exciting (or not so exciting) seventh grade year.




















Class Act: New Kid by Jerry Craft

Class Act explores themes of privilege and acceptance as Drew starts attending a new private school.























Middle schooler Artie has an awful first day of school, and even worse, he has to repeat it the next day!





















Drama by Raina Telgemeier

This graphic novel explores middle school drama and problem solving.




















The new kid at school, Wiglaf, is attending the Dragon Slayers' Academy to fulfill his destiny, but he is struggling with the terms of becoming a Dragon Slayer.























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