The Tour at School
The Tour at School by Katie Clapham, published by Candlewick Press in July 2025, is a children’s book that offers a humorous and reassuring narrative for kids embarking on new experiences. With 40 pages of lively text and playful illustrations by Nadia Shireen, this story follows a student who enthusiastically leads a first-day tour for a new classmate, highlighting key spots in the school while addressing common feelings of nervousness and loneliness.
Readers will find a comical yet comforting exploration of school life, friendship, and social skills. The narrative emphasizes the importance of making new friends and sharing personal experiences, such as favorite memories from recess and the excitement of the library. Clapham’s engaging storytelling, combined with Shireen’s vibrant illustrations, creates an inviting atmosphere for children who may be apprehensive about starting school or meeting new peers.
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“A simultaneous knee-slapper and heart-warmer that is sure to become a read-aloud hit…A first purchase for collections, offering a humorous, inviting, and fresh approach to the new kid experience.” —School Library Journal (starred review)
A student leads a very enthusiastic first-day tour in a comical, reassuring story sure to calm the nerves of kids about to start something new.
When your job is to introduce the new person to your school, the first thing you need to do is sound very excited! Always start with the most important spots, like the echo-ey bathroom and an emergency meet-up place, like the big chestnut tree on the playground. Share your favorite memories of recess, show off the million-book library, and don’t forget to introduce the new kid to someone you know, like Gary the classroom fish. Most important of all, remember how it feels not to know anyone and be lonely and scared–and extend an offer to be a friend. Nadia Shireen’s playful illustrations pair with Katie Clapham’s lively text and funny asides in a book sure to strike a comforting chord for trepidatious readers who may be facing a new adventure.
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