Their first day of school,
with them as the hero
A personalized first day of school book, starring them by name. The big day feels familiar before it starts.
A school story starring them
- Their own first day, step by step
- One photo makes your child the hero
- Printed and shipped. Most books arrive in about 2 weeks.
Little Legends makes a personalized first day of school book. One photo makes your child the illustrated hero of their own first day, new class or drop-off goodbye.
Made for big school days
A day they've seen before
Your child walks through their own first day, step by step, so the real one feels familiar.
Their face in the story
We illustrate your child from one photo. Add a sibling or grown-up beside them if you like.
A story for each worry
Drop-off goodbyes, a new teacher, the bus ride or big feelings.
A real book for the backpack
Printed and bound for read after read. Here are a few pages from a Little Legends school book:
Pick their story
Start with the first day, or choose the moment they're thinking about.
- Starting School
My First Day at School
A warm, reassuring story that walks your child through their very first day of school, step by step, so it feels safe and exciting.
- Starting School
Meeting My Teacher and New Friends
An encouraging story about meeting a new teacher and classmates, learning to listen, and taking the first small steps toward friendship.
- Starting School
Saying Goodbye at Drop-Off
A comforting story about saying goodbye at drop-off, with a predictable goodbye routine and the reassurance that a grown-up always comes back.
- Starting School
My First School Bus Ride
A reassuring story about riding the school bus: waiting safely, greeting the driver, following simple rules, and getting home again.
- Starting School
Picking Out My Clothes for School
A fun, upbeat story about choosing a school outfit the night before, so mornings feel easier and the child feels proud and ready.
- Starting School
Big Feelings at School
A warm, uplifting story about building confidence and using simple calming tools when big feelings show up during the school day.
Frequently asked questions
Will it help with first-day nerves?
The story walks your child through the day with them as the hero. Every child is different, but reading it together is a gentle way to talk about what's coming.
Is it only for the first day?
No. There are stories for drop-off goodbyes, meeting a new teacher, the first bus ride, picking out school clothes and big feelings at school.
Can a sibling or parent be in the story?
Yes. Add a sibling, parent or grandparent by name, and they join your child in the story.
How long does delivery take?
Most books arrive in about 2 weeks.
Can I add a personal note?
Yes. Write up to 100 characters and it prints on the back cover of the paperback.
Is there a digital version?
Yes. Choose the Digital PDF. Download it right after checkout, and anytime from your order page.