Books About New Students

The Best New Students Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about new students? 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.

The Invisible Boy
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The Shortlist

Our 3 Favorite Books About New Students

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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2013

The Invisible Boy

By Trudy Ludwig, Patrice Barton (Illustrator)

A boy struggles to be noticed by his classmates and teacher until a new student befriends him.

32 pages· 746 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
5.3/7 Bookroo·4.4/5 Goodreads · 7,719 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Brian feels invisible at school, unnoticed by classmates and left out of games. Everything changes when Justin, a new student, arrives. Brian's welcoming gesture sparks a friendship, and together they tackle a class project. As Brian steps out of the shadows, he discovers his own ability to shine. This heartwarming tale explores how small acts of kindness can transform lives, offering hope and inclusion to quieter children. Will Brian's newfound confidence help him find his place among his peers? Discover the power of friendship and the impact of kindness in this touching story.
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2013

The New Girl

New girl Vanessa faces bullying. Will Sara stand up or stay silent? The choice is yours.

80 pages· 5,703 words· Est. 48 min read
3.5/5 Goodreads · 6 ratings
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Library Binding
Summary: Vanessa, the new girl, is bullied at school, and Sara knows the pain all too well. Torn between helping Vanessa and avoiding conflict with Courtney, the class's queen bee, Sara faces a dilemma. Will she risk social fallout to do what's right, or will she stay silent? The power to decide the outcome is in your hands. Choose wisely and see where the story leads.
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2022

Too Cool for School

Two friends navigate their first day of school with a new student.

72 pages· 754 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 541 ratings
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Library Binding
Summary: Pizza and Taco are back to school with new backpacks and a mission: figure out the new kid, B.L.T., who oozes coolness with his sunglasses and carefree attitude. As they mimic his every move, they risk clashing with their teacher, Mr. Apple. Will their quest for coolness lead to chaos? Dive into this hilarious graphic novel to find out if Pizza and Taco can balance being cool with staying out of trouble. Perfect for young readers eager for a fun, confidence-boosting adventure.
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