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Alex's Kissing Hand Button: A First Day of School Story

by Namu Marupudi

Ages 3–8

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  • First day — the very first day of something new
  • Nervous — a fluttery, worried feeling
  • Comfort — something that makes you feel safe
  • Button — a small round thing you press or fasten
  • Reassure — to help someone feel less worried
  • Classroom — the room where you learn
  • Brave — doing something even when it feels scary
  • Goodbye — what you say when you leave

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