It's the first day of school and Little Tortoise is worried. Can she get there on time?It's the first day of school and Little Tortoise is ready with a backpack filled with new school supplies. Little Tortoise can't wait to get to school and tries very hard not to be the last student there.But soon Cheetah, Llama, and even a snail on a scooter, overtake her.And then when she gets stuck in the gutter of the book, she's sure she'll be the last pupil to arrive! But the timely arrival of Mr. Sloth, her new teacher, changes everything.Gentle reassuring language full of wordplay, and bold and bright art by an up and coming artist offer students a comforting story about this new experience. Here's a fresh way to encourage reluctant students to be on their way.
Carrie Finison Book order (chronological)
Carrie Finison crafts engaging children's literature, embarking on her writing journey at a young age. Her work is characterized by a playful and accessible style that resonates deeply with young readers. Finison's stories often draw inspiration from her personal experiences and observations of the world around her. Her poems and short stories for children have been featured in various children's magazines.
Don't Hug Doug (He Doesn't Like It)
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
A fun picture book to encourage conversations about consent and setting boundaries.Meet Doug. Doug doesn't like hugs. He thinks they're too squeezy, too squashy, too squooshy, too smooshy. However, Doug is a master of high fives (and low fives and side fives). Some people like hugs, other people don't. The only way to find out is to ask!