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Starting School (Picture Puffins) [Paperback]

Janet Ahlberg (Author), Allan Ahlberg (Author)
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (37 customer reviews)
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Release Date: 4 July 2013 | Series: Picture Puffins

Janet and Allan Ahlberg's classic, Starting School.

From first day nerves to finding your peg, this reassuring read is full of humour and fun for children and parents alike. A classic picture book which offers advice and enjoyment for the whole family before school starts.

Allan Ahlberg, a former teacher, postman, plumber's mate and grave digger, is in the super-league of children's writers. He has published over 100 children's books and, with his late wife Janet, created such award winning picture books as EACH PEACH PEAR PLUM and THE JOLLY POSTMAN - both winners of the Kate Greenaway Medal. He has also written prize-winning poetry and fiction and lives in Bath.

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  • Paperback: 32 pages
  • Publisher: Puffin (4 July 2013)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0723273464
  • ISBN-13: 978-0723273462
  • Product Dimensions: 25.4 x 22.6 x 0.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (37 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 5,808 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Starting School, one more Janet and Allan Ahlberg book that gets everything right (Guardian)

The Ahlbergs belong, with A.A. Milne and Lewis Carroll, to the greatest tradition of children's books (Sunday Times)

About the Author

Allan Ahlberg, a former teacher, postman, plumber's mate and grave digger, is in the super-league of children's writers. He has published over 100 children's books and, with his late wife Janet, created such award winning picture books as EACH PEACH PEAR PLUM and THE JOLLY POSTMAN - both winners of the Kate Greenaway Medal. He has also written prize-winning poetry and fiction and lives in Bath.
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43 of 43 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars The perfect starting school book. 13 Jan 2004
By G. Milner
Format:Paperback
My little boy was given a few books about starting school - this was by far the best. We read it quite a few times before he started in reception, and he asked to read it a lot over the course of the first term. So much in the book was 'just like in my class' - it really struck a chord. This book is just perfect; I can't recommend it highly enough.
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38 of 38 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars An essential guide for four year-olds. 23 Sep 2001
By ruth e gladwin
Format:Paperback
My third child (Millie) is going to start school in a couple of months and so I got this book out again and as we read it I was reminded of just how good a book it is. The illustrations are clear and detailed and the story is calm and interesting. My older children (6 and 8 year olds) were reminded of their own first days at school and it prompted them to discuss the reception class with Millie. A lot of books just deal with the first day or week but this one takes you through the first term, giving the child the promise of variety and excitment. Over that period of time things do go wrong (from spilt paint to chicken pox) and we see that everyone is able to cope. I would also recommend The Anholts' "Billy and the Big New School" and Shirley Hughes' "Lucy and Tom go to School", though the second is a bit old fashioned (includes getting free school milk!).
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61 of 62 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for Pre- Schoolers 26 April 2005
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
Our local pre-school gives this book out every year to the children who are leaving to start school. The book follows several children as they start reception class through the first term up until Christmas. Whilst written as a childrens story book it is excellently thought out and very perceptive. My two older children were both given one and loved it! A great book to buy before your child starts school, and a good starting point for parents who wish to prepare their young child for that big step!
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous book for pre-schoolers 26 Jun 2001
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
A great book for pre-schoolers. Goes carefully and simply through many possible anxieties about school. Cleverly doesn't raise worries - just presents situations which might cause anxiety and illustrates how they aren't a problem. For example, some children in the story only want to "think about" doing something rather than to actually "do it".
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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars A 'must-read' for anyone with a 4 year old child! 25 Feb 2003
By "diannemitchell27"
Format:Paperback
This book introduces the world of school in a colourful and child friendly way. It deals with most activities the child will encounter, taking them through the first day, week, month and term. I've always used it with my new Reception class when they came on their induction days to ease them into school life.
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23 of 26 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars It just helps 30 Oct 2003
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
It's so difficult to explain new concepts to little ones and it helps to have visual hooks and scenarios they can relate to. This book provides all that. I knew it had all been worthwhile when on her first morning my daughter said "now you leave don't you mummy, like in my book" - and she didn't cry, because she understood that she, like all the children in the book, would be dropped off for a day of new experiences (some good, some bad) and would then be collected. Particularly good is the way in which it teaches how school is an ongoing process, day by day and term by term. I cannot recommend it highly enough. It was just perfect in vocabulary and illustration.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent book would highly recommend 2 Oct 2009
By Grant Coulton
Format:Paperback
This is an excellent book which I read to my daughter lots before she started big school. She loved it and it really helped her to understand what will happen at school and suggest the sorts of routines and things that they do there. She is now in Year 1 and still refers to it, now that she knows what happens first hand. Her little brother starts preschool soon and he has been read this book by her and us and he loves it too. I felt the need to write a recent review about this book as it seems years that anyone else has. Excellent value for money. Pictures are lovely and a lovely story to snuggle up and read with your child.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A delightful story 11 Jan 2012
By Ogbeni
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
A truly delightful tale. I'm not sure who likes this book the most, the children or myself! Very evocative (for me) with outstanding artwork in such fine detail. Oh yes, the children liked it by the way! Should be a staple for all infant schools and parents. Highly recommended.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars Good for the transition to school
This is one of the best books to help introduce the idea about starting school. Helping with this major childhood transition has been essential for our son. Read more
Published 1 month ago by F. Mallett
2.0 out of 5 stars Expected better
I expected the content to rhyme for reading to a 4 year old it was disappointing and quite bitty, wouldn't recommend as a token for someone starting p1
Published 4 months ago by beginningcrafter
5.0 out of 5 stars Starting school
I thought it was lovely book with very diverse characters. I'm sure children starting school will find it a wonderful book
Published 7 months ago by campervan1960
5.0 out of 5 stars Good book for kids starting school
My son enjoyed this book as it showed him that there were a lot of similarities between what he does at nursery and going to 'Big School' - a useful book to help teach kids what to... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Joodlemcnoodle
5.0 out of 5 stars PERFECT
Lovely, lovely book by an amazing author who gets it right every time!
Perfect for pre-schoolers preparing for school. Read more
Published 7 months ago by nichola
4.0 out of 5 stars A good conversation starter.
Like all Ahlberg books, plenty of intricate, well thought out, pictures to use as a conversation starter, ideal if you have a child about to start school. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars starting school
Super book by tried and tested authors. Illustrations are beautiful and give lots of opportunities for creative chat with your child about school Text is easy for children to join... Read more
Published 8 months ago by gmw
5.0 out of 5 stars A good read
My little boy loves this and I have already had to read it to him numerous times in the few days that we've had it.
Published 9 months ago by Sharon Cunningham
5.0 out of 5 stars Super purchase!
Have bought this for my son's half sister who starts school in September. Rcvd promptly & I think she's going to love it!
Published 9 months ago by Novemberjo
5.0 out of 5 stars A good buy for the grandchildren
This is an ideal gift for the parents of young children starting school , my grandson loved it ! I recommend it !
Published 11 months ago by Mrs. J. Fisher
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