All About Starting School by Felicity Brooks, Illustrated by Mar Ferrero - Ages 3-5 - Hardback

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Hardback
Publisher: Usborne
Age Range: Ages 3-5 (Preschool-Kindergarten)

Overview
All About Starting School is a warm, reassuring introduction to the big first day, created especially for young children who are about to begin their school journey. Written by Usborne favorite Felicity Brooks and brought to life with cheerful illustrations by Mar Ferrero, this hardback picture book answers the questions little ones ask most: what is school, who will I meet, and what will my day look like? Packed with friendly information, gentle humor, and practical tips, it turns new-school nerves into excitement, making it a perfect companion for preschoolers and kindergartners gearing up for their very first term.

About the Book
This bright, chatty hardback walks young readers through every part of the school day, from the very first "What is school?" to the final "How do you feel about school?" Each spread tackles a specific topic children wonder about before their first term: getting ready in the morning, the different ways kids travel to school, what a classroom looks like, and the many grown-ups who work there, from teachers to lunch staff and crossing guards. There are pages on what actually happens during lessons, the fun of lunchtime (whether packing a lunchbox or choosing a hot meal), and simple, honest advice on making new friends. A spread on school trips and a look at different kinds of schools help children understand that every school experience is a little different, while a closing section of useful school words builds vocabulary before day one. Felicity Brooks' clear, friendly text is paired with Mar Ferrero's busy, good-humored illustrations, filled with diverse characters and small details to spot on every page, encouraging repeat read-alouds. A dedicated page of notes for grown-ups offers extra conversation starters and reassurance for parents and caregivers navigating this milestone alongside their child. Designed as an interactive, lift-the-flap-style read for the preschool and kindergarten set, the book balances useful, concrete information with genuine warmth, so that first-day jitters are replaced with curiosity. It's the kind of book families return to in the weeks before term starts and again on the first morning itself, for one more dose of confidence.

Key Benefits

• Friendly, age-appropriate answers to real questions kids have about starting school
• Covers the whole school day, from getting ready in the morning to lunchtime and making friends
• Builds essential vocabulary with a handy list of useful school words
• Includes dedicated notes for grown-ups with tips for preparing children emotionally
• Bright, detail-rich illustrations by Mar Ferrero invite repeat read-alouds
• Sturdy hardback format makes it ideal for a classroom library or home bookshelf

About the Author
Felicity Brooks has worked with Usborne for more than 30 years, writing and editing hundreds of children's titles on subjects ranging from tractors and genetics to Shakespeare, with a gift for turning everyday milestones into warm, accessible nonfiction. Her books are known for clear explanations, gentle humor, and genuine reassurance for children facing new experiences. Illustrator Mar Ferrero brings the story to life with lively, detail-packed artwork full of diverse characters and expressive faces, inviting children to pore over every page. Together, their work has helped young readers feel confident.

Why You'll Love This Book
This hardback turns first-day nerves into real excitement, with friendly, honest answers to every question a child might have about starting school. It's a natural pick for a back-to-school gift, a kindergarten readiness present, or a calming bedtime read in the weeks before term starts, plus a thoughtful stocking stuffer.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.