Books like I've got the back-to-school blues by Gail Herman
Annie’s excitement about the first day of school turns into unease when she learns she will not be in the same class as her close friends. Now starting second grade with a new teacher, she worries about the changes, how the new classroom will feel, and whether she can maintain her friendships. Through learning to cope with school transitions, Annie discovers ways to adapt and grow while keeping her support network intact.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Gail Herman
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