First Day Jitters

Everyone knows that sinking feeling in the pit of the stomach just before diving into a new situation. Sarah Jane Hartwell is scared and doesn't want to start over at a new school. She doesn't know anybody, and nobody knows her. It will be awful. She just knows it. With much prodding from Mr. Hartwell, Sarah Jane reluctantly pulls herself together and goes to school. She is quickly befriended by Mrs. Burton, who helps smooth her jittery transition. This charming and familiar story will delight readers with its surprise ending.

Fun, energetic illustrations brighten page after page with the busy antics surrounding Sarah Jane. FIRST DAY JITTERS is an enchanting story that is sure to be treasured by anyone who has ever anticipated a first day of school.

Author: Julie Danneberg
Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing
Published: 02/01/2000
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.75lbs
Size: 10.10h x 8.30w x 0.30d
ISBN: 9781580890540
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 2.4
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 41001 / First Day Jitters

Award: Arkansas Diamond Primary Book Award - Nominee

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Review - Children 03/15/2000 pg. 379
Booklist 03/15/2000 pg. 1386
School Library Journal 05/01/2000 pg. 133
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2000 pg. 265 - Recommended, Satisfactory
Newsweek 12/11/2000 pg. 72
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2000 pg. 265 - Recommended, Satisfactory

About the Author
As a kid, when Julie Danneberg daydreamed or played at being grown-up, she never imagined herself as a writer. Instead she dreamed of being a famous girl reporter, a secret agent, and a teacher.

Julie Danneberg is the author of several books for children, including FIRST DAY JITTERS, FIRST YEAR LETTERS, LAST DAY BLUES, COWBOY SLIM, and FAMILY REMINDERS. She lives in Denver, Colorado.