Teacher Jitters

Teacher Jitters by Julie Danneberg, published by Charlesbridge Publishing on August 5, 2025, is a 32-page children’s book written in English. This story centers around Mrs. Hartwell, who is feeling anxious about attending a class for teachers. As she prepares for her day away from the classroom, her students come together to help her manage her nerves, showcasing the supportive relationships that can exist between teachers and students.
In Teacher Jitters, readers will find a humorous exploration of the common anxieties faced by both educators and students. The narrative highlights various self-regulation techniques, such as yoga, deep breathing, and positive affirmations, that Mrs. Hartwell learns from her class. This edition is particularly suitable for kindergarten through third-grade students, making it an ideal gift for occasions like staff development or teacher workshop days. The book emphasizes social themes and values, providing a relatable perspective on overcoming fears in a school setting.
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Fans of best-selling First Day Jitters will love spending time helping calm the nerves of their favorite teacher, Mrs. Hartwell. Even teachers get the jitters sometimes!
A perfect gift for kindergarteners, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd graders to give to their own teacher on staff development or teacher workshop days.
Mrs. Hartwell has an announcement: she’s not going to be at school tomorrow. She’s taking a class for teachers! And she’s a little nervous. What if the teacher is mean? Who will she sit with at lunch?
In their hallmark supportive way, Mrs. Hartwell’s class helps her prepare for her anxieties with tips on how to self-regulate, including:
● yoga
● deep breathing
● doodling
● positive affirmations
● talking to a friend.
This gives Mrs. Hartwell an idea! When she returns the next day, she has a new addition to her classroom to unveil.
Fans of the series will love Teacher Jitters, getting to see everyone’s favorite teacher in a student role and navigating nerves that both students and adults experience.
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