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AUGUST 2026 | ISSUE
Buddingbookworms BACK TO SCHOOL
Starting preschool can come with a range of emotions. This Little Golden Book is a great primer for first time preschoolers on what to expect and the excitement of starting school.
It’s the first day of school for a group of Kindergarteners and everything seems fine except there is no teacher... But there is a Mr. S written on the board but only a sandwich lies on the desk. Is it possible that a sandwich is the kids teacher? A hilarious first day of school tale!
On the first day of school, students find their favorite librarian has retired and Ms. Bangle is in her place! Also, she does things differently! Will the kids find a way to get rid of Ms. Bangle or come to enjoy her way of doing things?
This a funny yet sweet story for any of your little ones worried about the “big kids” at school When a young student gets paired up with a Big Kid to show him the ropes of school, he realizes that maybe the Big Kids aren’t so scary after all.
For the upcoming preschooler, here’s a list of things to expect as you prepare! This is filled with funny and sweet moments that your kiddo can look forward to as they begin preschool.
Olu is nervous about starting preschool, even though his parents tell him everything will be okay. But when Olu’s teacher turns out to be fun, plays the guitar, and reads great stories, Olu’s nerves will go away.
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Joseph Slat
Joseph Slate is an award-winning author of children’s books and a painter. Slate published his first picture book for children, “The Star Rocker”, in 1982. Since then, Slate has published 16 other books for children. His most popular books are the Miss Bindergarten series about a border-collie kindergarten teacher and her classroom. These books help introduce young children to the idea of school and some of the things and activities they might encounter there, while reinforcing the alphabet and number skills. Check out, “Miss Bindergarten Gets Ready for Kindergarten” for a boost of confidence for the first day of school!
BEYOND THE BOOK:
EAT: Meatball Alphabet Soup
MAKE: Popsicle Stick Frame
EXPLORE: SENSORY TUB
PHOTO CRED: Taste of Home
PHOTO CRED: Glitter on a Dime
PHOTO CRED: Counting Coconuts
Bite-sized meatballs perk up this fun alphabet soup. It includes a variety of vegetables mixed into a rich tomato broth seasoned with herbs. Perfect to put into a thermos for a healthy packed school lunch.
This back-to-school popsicle stick frame is quick and easy to make. It makes a sweet gift for grandparents. The kids will be so proud to see their first day of school picture being displayed.
Explore the back-to-school season with this school supply themed sensory tub. It will entertain your little one as well as strengthen their motor skills.