Books About Kindergartens · 24 titles considered

The Best Kindergartens Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about kindergartens? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

Junie B. Jones and the Mushy Gushy Valentime
Junie B. Jones and That Meanie Jim's Birthday
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Our 10 Favorite Books About Kindergartens

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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2015

Maple & Willow Apart

By Lori Nichols · Maple & Willow series

Sisters find a creative way to stay connected despite being apart.

32 pages· 501 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 611 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1978

The Berenstain Bears Go to School

A young bear starts kindergarten and learns to navigate the challenges and joys of school.

32 pages· 853 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 20,046 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1999

Junie B. Jones and the Mushy Gushy Valentime

By Barbara Park, Denise Brunkus (Illustrator) · Book #14 in the Junie B. Jones series

A young girl navigates the challenges of kindergarten and Valentine's Day

80 pages· 6,421 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 11,687 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

Our Favorite Day of the Year

A kindergarten class celebrates different holidays throughout the year.

40 pages· 754 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
5.1/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 828 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2001

Junie B. Jones Is a Graduation Girl

A young girl navigates the challenges of kindergarten and prepares for graduation

72 pages· 6,597 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 7,136 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1996

Junie B. Jones Loves Handsome Warren

By Barbara Park, Denise Brunkus (Illustrator) · Book #7 in the Junie B. Jones series

A young girl navigates kindergarten and friendships while trying to win the affection of a handsome boy in her school

71 pages· 6,052 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 11,302 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2019

The King of Kindergarten

A child prepares for their first day of kindergarten.

32 pages· 554 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
5.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,629 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2006

Miss Bindergarten Celebrates the Last Day of Kindergarten

Celebrate the last day of kindergarten with memories and goodbyes.

40 pages· 338 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 227 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1996

Junie B. Jones and That Meanie Jim's Birthday

By Barbara Park, Denise Brunkus (Illustrator) · Book #6 in the Junie B. Jones series

A young girl navigates the challenges of kindergarten and friendships while dealing with the disappointment of not being invited to a classmate's birthday party

96 pages· 8,147 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 8,462 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2005

Kindergarten Rocks!

A kindergartener's first day turns adventurous when his stuffed dog goes missing.

32 pages· 695 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 516 ratings
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Kindergartens Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about kindergartens for preschool and elementary-age readers.

Countdown to Kindergarten

Ages 4–7 · 2002

A girl faces kindergarten jitters with strict rules and untied shoes. Can she find a way to cope?

Kindergarten, Here I Come!

Ages 3–5 · 2012

Discover kindergarten's joys through playful poems and charming illustrations.

On the First Day of Kindergarten

Ages 4–8 · 2016

Discover the excitement of kindergarten's first day, where new adventures await beyond the school bus.

The Day My Mom Came to Kindergarten

Ages 2–8 · 2013

A child invites their mom to kindergarten and hilarity ensues as she struggles to follow the rules and fit in with the class.

The Night Before Kindergarten

Ages 4–8 · 2001

A group of children experience their first day of kindergarten.

Adventure Annie Goes to Kindergarten

Ages 3–6 · 2010

A kindergartener's quest for adventure leads to unexpected heroics.

Miss Bindergarten Gets Ready for Kindergarten

Ages 4–8 · 1996

A teacher prepares for the first day of kindergarten as students get ready for a new adventure.

On the Night Before Kindergarten
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On the Night Before Kindergarten

Ages 4–8 · 2023

A young cat fears his first day of school, but surprises await.

The Best Seat in Kindergarten

Ages 4–6 · 2019

A young boy navigates his first day of kindergarten.

Pinkalicious: Kindergarten Fun
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Pinkalicious: Kindergarten Fun

Ages 4–8 · 2022

Can Pinkalicious make kindergarten fun for her new buddy who isn't excited about it?

School Day!

Ages 4–6 · 2022

A child's first day of kindergarten is filled with new experiences and emotions.

KINDergarten

Ages 2–5 · 2022

A shy kindergartner discovers his own kindness through a class pledge.

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