Books like I don't want to go to school! by Stephanie Blake
Simon the rabbit is terrified of going to school the first time. He worries about being alone, meeting new friends, and learning all the rules. Yet when his day at school begins, Simon is surprised by the fun, the excitement, and the learning he experiences. By the time his mother comes to take him home, he is delighted that he never wants to leave.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Stephanie Blake
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