My First Day

Wake up, little Nic. It’s your very first day!
Your school clothes are ready. Let’s get on our way.

Mum, I’m not sure. I’m a little bit wary.
Will I make friends? Will it be scary?

Nic is nervous about his first day … but with the help of his mum and a whole class of new friends, it might just be the best day ever.

A great resource for helping kids through the anxiety and excitement of starting school.

This book is perfect for:
- sharing with kids who are starting school or daycare
- celebrating uniqueness, and all the wonderful ways that kids are different to each other
- normalising feelings of nervousness or anxiety, and finding strategies to help

Author Biography

Nic Naitanui – affectionately known as NicNat – is the well-known, widely respected and much-loved retired ruckman of the West Coast Eagles AFL team. Nic was born in Sydney to Fijian parents, before his family moved to Western Australia. Nic was raised by his mother, who he credits with fostering his strong values and his success on and off the field. Outside of football, Nic is committed to giving back to the community.

Fatima Anaya is a graphic designer and children’s illustrator who loves stories about magic, love, friendship, family and animals. She lives in El Salvador with her family, including Milu, a lovely Siberian Husky.