A simple guide to starting school like no other! From teacher tips to finding friends, these wild and wacky Australian animals have all the advice you'll need. " The Wild Guide to Starting School , by Laura & Philip Bunting, is one of the best books on how to help youngsters entering school for the first time." -- Meridian Magazine, "Helpful Books for Going Back to School" "Nifty design ..." -- Kirkus Reviews "A fun way to introduce littles to the new school year while keeping a smile on their face the whole way through!" -- Picture Book Recommendations "Get the tips and rules for starting school from wild creatures who explain what's recommended and not recommended. From tips to waking up to the drop-off goodbye to being a good listener, you'll soon be ready to learn, make friends, and adapt to your new habitat." -- Imagination Soup "[A] fun addition to back-to-school storytimes that answers questions while providing some relaxing laughter." -- Mom Read It, "Two Books for Back to School" "[S]mart and hilarious. Using silly Australian animals, this book teaches kids what they should and should not (this is where the humor comes in) do with school supplies and in different school situations. Hahaha. Such a fun book." -- Jamie Bills "[T]his is most suited to one-on-one reading and discussion with a younger child and as a funny classroom read with some gentle hints for older kids returning to school. ... ...a story that adults, as well as kids, will enjoy." -- Jean Little Library