Getting Ready for First Grade

Ages 3 to 7, Grades P to 2

Get ready for first grade in this exciting new series for kids embarking on new adventures! Vera Ahiyya, the Tutu Teacher, knows everything your family needs to get ready... and to celebrate every precious moment!

This edition includes an adorable punch-out sign for first day photo opps!

It's Leilani's first day of first grade, and she is excited and a bit nervous. But thanks to her caring family and friendly new teacher, Mr. Gray, she soon learns all about the fun things they will make and do in the classroom that year. Soon, she gains confidence that she has what it takes to be a first grader! Vera Ahiyya’s engaging read-aloud will help your child prepare for and succeed in first grade and beyond, just like Leilani.

Story Locale:Fictional contemporary school and community

Series Overview: The "Getting Ready" series celebrates milestones and holidays, and features a diverse and vibrant classroom and community. Just the right combination of humor and heart gives kids the information and confidence they need to welcome new experiences!

Summer 2024

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About the Author

VERA AHIYYA was raised in El Paso, Texas with her wonderful mother and amazing grandparents. Vera has taught Kindergarten and first grade for the last 16 years. Her online presence is dedicated to influencing other educators by spreading her vast knowledge and love of inclusive children’s books. She is the author of Rebellious Read Alouds, a professional development book for educators. She is also the author of three picture books, You Have a Voice, KINDergarten, and Look How Much I've Grown in KINDergarten.

Author Residence: Portland, OR

DEBBY RAHMALIA is an illustrator and storyteller based in Indonesia. She graduated from Bandung Institute of Technology, where she earned a Bachelor of Interior Design degree. Debby’s longterm dream was to become an illustrator. She was encouraged to pursue her dream after she had her first baby and has been illustrating ever since. One of her dreams is to share the books she illustrates with her child and to enjoy them together.