This story helps you and your child get ready for starting school with practical language, ideas, and strategies from child development experts.
For the grown-ups
Make your tricky job of parenting a whole lot easier with expert advice at the back of the book so your child can start school with confidence.
For the child
Help your child start school with confidence by engaging them in the preparation, showing them what to expect, and learning strategies to cope when they need extra support.
The story follows the main character, Perry, and his best friend as they get ready to start school and discover how to become courageous schoolkids.
Key points
- Celebrate effort, curiosity, and courage!
- Make a visual checklist for the morning routine.
- Let them choose some of the things they will need.
- Create predictability and familiarity by visiting the school grounds.
Ages 2 - 7
