15 of the Best Back-to-School Books

Whether your little one is stepping into a classroom for the very first time or heading back with a new backpack and a whole lot of feelings, the start of a new school year is a big deal. Exciting? Yes. Nerve-wracking? Also yes. One of the best ways to ease those jitters (for both of you!) is by curling up with a good book. Stories can help kids see what school might be like, laugh at the silly stuff, and feel understood in all their emotions, from butterflies to bold confidence. So here are 15 of our favorite back-to-school books to help your child feel reassured, ready, and maybe even excited for that first day.