First Day Jitters by Danneberg, Julie

Head back to school with the bestselling picture book classic! The perennial classroom read-aloud favorite for students and teachers, reminding us we all get the jitters sometimes.

A perfect new school year pick for kindergarteners, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd graders who are feeling nervous or anxious about starting their first day.

Sarah Jane Hartwell has that sinking feeling in the pit of her stomach--she's nervous and doesn't want to start a new school year. She doesn't know anybody, and nobody knows her. It will be awful. She just knows it.

With a little convicing from Mr. Hartwell, Sarah Jane reluctantly heads to class. Shy at first, she's quickly befriended by Mrs. Burton and is reminded that everyone at school gets the jitters sometimes.

A beloved and bestselling back to school staple, Sarah Jane's relatable story and its surprise ending will delight seasoned students and new faces alike who are anxious about their first day.

- Includes a Certificate of Courage for First Day Completion and a First Day Memories Sheet!

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.