Every child deserves to feel welcomed, safe, and seen.

Bobby's First Day is a picture book for children ages 5–8 that celebrates diversity, empathy, and the joy of finding your place in the world.

A colorful illustration of a backpack filled with school supplies, with motivational words on the supplies and surrounding text emphasizing values like confidence, kindness, compassion, empathy, respect, joy, and encouragement, aimed at empowering all students.

A Little About Bobby’s First Day

When third-grade homeschool student Bobby walks through the doors of a public elementary school for the very first time, he expects to be afraid. What he finds instead changes everything.

Bobby's First Day is a vibrant, beautifully illustrated story about a child who discovers that curiosity, kindness, and an open heart can turn the scariest day into one of the best. It is a book about belonging. It was written for every child who has ever needed to see themselves reflected in a story.

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Published by Page Publishing | Ages 5–8 | 58 pages | ISBN: 979-8-90251-620-0

AUTHOR INTRO

Hi, I'm Charita Martin — author, educator, and passionate advocate for children who deserve to feel seen, safe, and celebrated in every space they enter.

Bobby's First Day was born from my years working across P-12 and higher education, and my deep belief that stories have the power to build the kind of communities our children deserve.

Are you an educator or librarian? Bobby's First Day was written for your classroom, your library, and your community. Let's connect.

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Bobby's First Day

Empathy

Dream it

You Belong

Achieve it

Kindness

Compassion

Safety & Support

Inclusion

Follow the Fun

Bobby's First Day Empathy Dream it You Belong Achieve it Kindness Compassion Safety & Support Inclusion Follow the Fun

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Colorful illustration of a school building with children, teachers, parents, cars, and a bus outside, with the text "Bobby's First Day" at the top.