Becoming Vanessa
Vanessa is nervous she will not fit in on her first day of school, but she hopes a special outfit will show her new classmates she is someone they should know. You can also check out this title as eAudio on OverDrive/Libby.
Back-to-School Anxiety
The beginning of the school year can be both an exciting and scary time for kids. This is especially true for kids who are starting a new school or going to school for the first time. The following list can help kids talk about their feelings and better manage their anxiety now and throughout the school year.
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Don't Worry, Little Crab
Little Crab and Very Big Crab live in a tiny rock pool near the sea. Today they’re going for a dip in the big ocean. ‘This is going to be so great,’ says Little Crab, splish-splashing and squelch-squelching along, all the way to the very edge. Then comes a first glance down at the waves. WHOOSH! Maybe it’s better if they don’t go in?
I'm Worried
Potato is worried about what might happen in the future, causing Flamingo to worry, too, but their friend, a little girl, encourages them to focus on enjoying the present, instead. You can also check out this title as an eBook on OverDrive/Libby.
My Monster and Me
A touching story about a little boy whose worry monster follows him everywhere he goes. It’s there when he gets dressed, when he wants to play with his toys, and even when his friends come over to visit. How can he escape his worries?
Ruby Finds a Worry
A young girl’s sense of adventure and exploration vanishes when she discovers a Worry that grows and grows until she learns how to get rid of it. You can also check out this title as an eBook on OverDrive/Libby.