My First Day at Nursery School - by Becky Edwards (Paperback)

About the Book

Book Synopsis

It's time for school! Celebrate your young readers' first day of school with this charming tale about embracing new experiences.

"I want my mommy!" This little girl is nervous about her first day at nursery school. But after she gets involved with glue-y projects, sings, dances, paints, plays games, and meets new friends, she begins to change her mind.

And when Mommy comes to pick her up at the end of the day, the little girl happily says, "I want to stay at nursery school!"

With clever jacket illustrations and playful interior art, this adorably comforting introduction to school is perfect for the youngest readers transitioning to daycare or preschool.

Review Quotes

"The warm palette combined with the child's contagious enthusiasm will help lift the mood of children reluctant to face that daunting first day." --School Library Journal

"A noteworthy debut for Flintoft." --Kirkus Reviews

"A wonderful book for calming first-day-of-school jitters!" --Boston Herald

"With gentle humor, Becky Edwards strikes a reassuring tone." --Washington Parent

About the Author

Becky Edwards won the Dolly Gray Award for Best Children's Picture Book in 1999 for My Brother Sammy. She lives in England.

Anthony Flintoft lives in England.