Lena's Shoes Are Nervous
Illustrator
Lena's Shoes Are Nervous is a strong choice for readers looking for school picture books shaped by school, identity. Keith Calabrese builds the story around as Lena gets ready for a new school, her worried shoes narrate the jitters and courage that come with a first day. For families, educators, and librarians building lists of DEI picture books, BIPOC picture books, and strong read-alouds, this title brings real value for conversations about school, identity. Explore more picture books about school, or pair it with The Big Umbrella for a related read-aloud.
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8
Gender
Publisher
ISBN
9781534408951.00
Reader fit
Best for this book
Age fit
Ages 4-8
Use for
Identity, School
Language
English
Shelf note
Staff Picks
A practical pick when you need a picture book about identity and school with enough story value for repeat reading.