Chu's First Day of School - by Neil Gaiman

About the Book

Newbery Medalist Gaiman and acclaimed illustrator Rex are back with the sequel to their bestselling "Chu's Day." In this story, Chu, a little panda with a big sneeze, heads out on his first day of school. Full color.

Book Synopsis

A picture book school story featuring the New York Times bestselling panda named Chu from Newbery Medal-winning author Neil Gaiman and acclaimed illustrator Adam Rex!

Chu, the adorable panda with a great big sneeze, is heading off for his first day of school, and he's nervous. He hopes the other boys and girls will be nice. Will they like him? What will happen at school? And will Chu do what he does best?

Chu's First Day of School is a perfect read-aloud story about the universal experience of starting school.

From the Back Cover

It is Chu's first day of school. Chu is nervous.

He hopes the other boys and girls will be nice. Will they like him?

What will happen at school today?

Will Chu do what Chu does best?

Review Quotes

Praise for Chu's Day: "Kids will find the idea of a monstrous sneeze funny, and it may prompt some attempts of their own. Rex's richly detailed illustrations are brimming with fantastic touches. Share this one at toddler story time for lots of giggles, or one-on-one for spotting details in the art." - ALA Booklist
"Gaiman's comic timing gets a boost from strategic book design and from Rex's hyperreal paintings. Gaiman and Rex deliver a classic one-two-three punch, making hay from the notion that a cuddly baby panda is not to be trusted." - Publishers Weekly (starred review)
"A sweet, playful tale. Children will delight in seeing such a tiny creature wreak havoc." - School Library Journal
"Gaiman and Rex expertly blend humor and tension to delicious narrative effect. " - Publishers Weekly (starred review)
A charming title that is sure to leave kids wanting more--more Chu and more readings of this whimsical tale. - School Library Journal