"Place Called Kindergarten" by Jessica Harper is a heartwarming exploration of a child's journey through the exciting and sometimes daunting transition to kindergarten. The story captures the emotions of a young child as they navigate new experiences, from meeting new friends to facing the challenges of separation from home. Vibrant illustrations and relatable storytelling help convey the blend of excitement, fear, and curiosity that comes with this milestone. The narrative emphasizes themes of friendship, independence, and the joy of discovery, reassuring readers that kindergarten is a wonderful place filled with opportunities for learning and growth. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2008 by Perfection Learning .

Jessica Harper is an award-winning actress with numerous film, theatre and television roles to her credit. She's perhaps best known for co-starring roles in such films as Woody Allen's "Stardust Memories," "Pennies From Heaven," with Steve Martin and "My Favorite Year" with Peter O'Toole. Her recordings for children have won many awards, including multiple Parents' Choice Gold Awards and NAPPA awards. When Rounder Records released Harper's latest recording, "Inside Out," in 2001, the LA Times said ". children's music doesn't get better than this. " In addition, Harper has written several books for children, including "I Forgot My Shoes" and "I Like Where I Am" from Penguin Putnam. G. Brian Karas (www. gbriankaras. com) is the popular author and illustrator of numerous picture books, including On Earth and Atlantic (both ALA Notable Books). He lives in New York's Hudson Valley.