I Am Not Going to School Today!

Written by Robie H. Harris and Jan Ormerod

A child fears the first day of school but discovers unexpected excitement.

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32 pages· ~490L

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Bookroo's summary

A young child, anxious about the first day of school, decides to skip it. With the comforting presence of Hank, a beloved stuffed animal, and gentle encouragement from parents, the child embarks on a journey of discovery. Will the fear of the unknown give way to the thrill of new experiences? This heartwarming tale explores the balance between fear and excitement, showing that sometimes, the scariest steps lead to the most rewarding adventures.

From the publisher

“I closed my eyes and held on tight to Hank. That’s when I decided that going to the very first day of school was NOT a good idea.” When a child gets ready for the first day of school, it feels very exciting. But doing something new for the first time can also feel somewhat scary. With great affection and humor, Robie H. Harris and Jan Ormerod, creators of the award-winning picture book Goodbye Mousie, tell the captivating story of a child who decides that skipping the very first day of school is a very good idea. But with help from his favorite stuffed animal, Hank, and his parents, he discovers that going to the very first day of school can be fun and exciting – and once you have done something new, it’s not quite so new and scary anymore.

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