Books like Mrs. Watson Wants Your Teeth by Alison McGhee
On the first day of school, a young first grader confronts the anxiety that comes with new beginnings. She is further unsettled by a rumor that her teacher is actually a 300‑year‑old alien with a purple tongue, supposedly collecting baby teeth from students. As she navigates the bustling classroom and the excitement of meeting new peers, the story blends whimsical imagination with the everyday challenges of a child’s first day in school.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Alison McGhee
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