Introducing My First Day of School: There Is a Place for Me

My First Day of School: There Is a Place for Me releases July 20, 2026, following Maya as she begins a new school experience. Bravery, friendship, and belonging shape the story, giving families and educators a character to read about when children are thinking about their own new beginnings. A shared read-aloud offers space for questions, excitement, and the uncertainty that can accompany a change.

A new school day, a place to belong

Maya’s school day provides the focus, with themes that can connect to a child’s thoughts about joining a new setting. Readers can notice what she might be feeling and talk about the idea of finding a place among others. The book is a story to explore together rather than a replacement for practical information about a particular school. Families can use the reading as a starting point, then connect it with what they know about the child’s actual day.

Inside the book

Suggested audience: Kids

• Maya’s school-day story. A character’s new beginning provides the focus of the book.
• Friendship and belonging. Themes offer natural read-aloud conversation starters.
• Before a new beginning. Share the story when preparing for school or discussing change.

A way to enjoy it together

Read together and pause when your child has something to say. Ask what Maya might be feeling at that point, or invite a question about the child’s own school. Use real information about their setting to answer practical questions, checking with the school when something is unclear. There is no need to turn every page into a discussion. A favorite scene can be revisited later, and excitement can have as much room in the conversation as worry.

Explore the release

Explore the Book Catalog for more coloring books, activity books, and stories from ColorSpark Publishing.

Read the full book page for its description and features. The Amazon listing is the place to check the edition, format, and current availability.