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When his name is mispronounced, leading to laughter in the classroom, an Indian American boy is reminded by his parents how special he is and how his unique name reflects that.

Amanda Pig's first day of school is every bit as wonderful as she always hoped it would be.

"Roar and Sparkles is a sweet story about the anxieties children may feel about attending school for the first time, as well as a comforting tale about the bond between siblings." - Provided by Publisher.

Reluctant to show up for the first day of school, Davy builds his own school on wheels and creates excitement for the other students.

Harry Bergen-Murphy does not feel ready when he starts first grade, but by day 100 he has become an expert on several important things, including being a first-grader.

"Two seasonally-opposed siblings face the end of summer with both joy and dread. But as Sister shares her enthusiasm for fall, school, and everything they encompass, Brother's own excitement grows in this celebratory picturebook"--

Leo, a quiet kid who is not ready for his first day of kindergarten, ends up having a great day when he makes a kindness pledge and discovers he knows a lot about being kind to others.

"It's Yeti's first day of school and there are so many new things to try! Maybe he can't do everything he wants to do perfectly just yet, but his supportive teacher and helpful classmates are there to remind him that he can always try again--Provided by publisher

Instilled with confidence by her parents, a young girl has a great first day of kindergarten.

It's the first day of school for Strawberry Shortcake, but, when she gets to school, she discovers that she has left her lunchbox at home. With the help of her friends at school, Strawberry learns an important lesson about sharing.