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About the Story

Shy Kai’s First Day of School is a heartwarming picture book that helps young readers face the nerves of starting something new. When Kai wakes up on his very first day of school, his stomach is full of butterflies. With the support of his family and the courage he finds inside himself, Kai discovers that being brave does not mean you are not nervous, it means you keep going anyway.

Perfect for children ages 3 to 8, this beautifully illustrated story is filled with gentle encouragement, colorful characters, and relatable moments that remind kids and parents that it is okay to feel shy. Whether it is walking into a classroom, meeting new friends, or trying something different, Shy Kai’s First Day of School shows that courage grows stronger when family, friendship, and love are close by.

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