Shy Robin and the First Day of School

Description: A little hippo finds that looking out for a new friend can turn shyness into bravery in Jaime Kim's sweetly illustrated story about the first day of school.

Review Quotes: Lovingly rendered chalky illustrations bring to life this tale in a well-paced balance of spot art and spreads. . . Shy human children--especially those who feel more outgoing in a familiar environment--will be reassured that they will most certainly not be the only ones nervous about their first day of school. . . . Encouragement for those who are exuberant, loud, and full of energy...but only at home.
--Kirkus Reviews

Shyness connects two animals on the first day of school in Kim's social-emotional story. . . .astutely captures emotional ups and downs, and smoothly shaded digital illustrations lend a softness to the day's difficulties.
--Publishers Weekly