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PreS-Gr 2-Mila, a young Black girl, narrates her eagerness to get to her first day of school, contrasted with her father being a real dilly-dally as he points out potential distractions. His posture, his ideas on the way to school, all of it speaks to his worry over the upcoming separation, and he's not worried about her, but how much he's going to miss her. This fresh take on expectations, where the child is the one who is anxious to be on time while the parent lingers, will reward the precocious. It's a lovely touch that Mila reassures her father that although she will have fun with new friends at school she will see him again at pickup. Her dog, Pepper, adds antics to the pencil and paint illustrations as Mila takes charge. A straightforward addition to back-to-school books. - School Library Journal The illustrations are warm and humorous; colors are bright but not overpowering, letting the story speak for itself and providing context with body language and facial expressions. For every parent who's heart hurts letting go, Mila Wants to Go to School is for you. - Mom Read It This is a sweet story about a child's first day at school. Her dad is sad and she doesn't understand why he's moving so slow. Tender story and good illustrations. - California Public School Another book about the first day of school. What makes this one different was that the little girl is just over-enthusiastic about it and it's the dad that seem less sure, more hesitant, so it bring a funny tone to it and provides a different feeling than most of those, which often are around a child a bit anxious about his/her first day. Well done! - Etienne Breton (educator) Mila Goes to School introduces young readers to the experience of a young Black girl beginning preschool. She is a lively and smart girl who anticipates making new friends, learning new lessons, and engaging new activities at school.. It's apparent that Mila was groomed to become a student by her parents. The author and illustrator did a good job in depicting the strong bond between Mila and her father. The father is nostalgic over caring for Mila at home, which is endearing. Mila's determination to get to school on time shows her growing maturity. This picture book is good for readers aged 2 - 4 due to the brevity of the narrative plot and imagery. - Sonia Adams (educator)

PreS-Gr 2-Mila, a young Black girl, narrates her eagerness to get to her first day of school, contrasted with her father being a real dilly-dally as he points out potential distractions. His posture, his ideas on the way to school, all of it speaks to his worry over the upcoming separation, and he's not worried about her, but how much he's going to miss her. This fresh take on expectations, where the child is the one who is anxious to be on time while the parent lingers, will reward the precocious. It's a lovely touch that Mila reassures her father that although she will have fun with new friends at school she will see him again at pickup. Her dog, Pepper, adds antics to the pencil and paint illustrations as Mila takes charge. A straightforward addition to back-to-school books. - School Library Journal This is a sweet story about a child's first day at school. Her dad is sad and she doesn't understand why he's moving so slow. Tender story and good illustrations. - California Public School Another book about first day of school. What makes this one different was that the little girl is just over enthusiasm about it and it's the dad that seem less sure, more hesitant, so it bring a funny tone to it and provides a different feeling than most of those, which often are around a child a bit anxious about his/her first day. Well done! - Etienne Breton (educator) Mila Goes to School introduces young readers to the experience of a young Black girl beginning preschool. She is a lively and smart girl who anticipates making new friends, learning new lessons, and engaging new activities at school.. It's apparent that Mila was groomed to become a student by her parents. The author and illustrator did a good job in depicting the strong bond between Mila and her father. The father is nostalgic over caring for Mila at home, which is endearing. Mila's determination to get to school on time shows her growing maturity. This picture book is good for readers aged 2 - 4 due to the brevity of the narrative plot and imagery. - Sonia Adams (educator)

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Judith Koppens has been an author and illustrator for many years. Children are her most important source of inspiration. Their enthusiasm and honesty are always part of her work. Judith lives in the Netherlands and works as a teacher at an elementary school.

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