Book description
Mo Willems' Pigeon is BACK in a hilarious story perfect for those about to start school or nursery.
"There is no such thing as a bad Mo Willems book" The Times
The Pigeon is about to get SCHOOLED. Do YOU think he should go?
Why does the Pigeon have to…
Why read it?
2 authors picked The Pigeon Has to Go to School as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Don’t Let The Pigeon Drive the Bus is the better known in this series of funny, adorably illustrated books, but I think Pigeon Has to Go to School really gets to the heart of why Pigeon is so beloved by kids: He embodies kid-ness.
He’s defiant and bratty and scared and anxious and excited and impatient and distractible and everything else that is lovable and crazy-making about your daughter/son/grandchild.
An easy read for young kids and fun to read to them.
From Ethlie's list on The best kids books I wish were around when I was a kid.
Any child reluctant for heading back to school will love the playful energy of Mo Willem’s pigeon. Readers journey with the pigeon into relatable thoughts like, “What if I don’t like school?” and “What will the other birds think of me?” The theatrics make it a fun read-aloud, and the pigeon’s realizations throughout will help settle kids’ nerves. With delightful details from cover-to-cover, this is an easy choice for 4- to 7-year-olds.
From Jessica's list on The best children's books for back to school.
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