Planning to head back to the classroom this fall? Beyond the pencils, markers and activity sheets, Speech-Language Pathologists need to stock their classrooms with books that can help their students in their speech goals and school year obstacles. Having books with a “back to school” theme can be a fun and engaging way to keep students’ attention while also working on their communication goals.

If you want to find great back-to-school themed books for your speech classroom, check out the recommendations from the team at Spotter Staffing below!

Back to School Books for Speech-Language Pathologists

“Llama Llama Misses Mama” by Anna Dewdney: This is a sweet story about separation anxiety and adjusting to new experiences which addresses vocabulary related to feelings, routines, and family.

“The Kissing Hand” by Audrey Penn: A heartwarming story of separation anxiety and the bond between a young raccoon and his mother, offering opportunities to address emotions, family relationships, and social language.

“School’s First Day of School” by Adam Rex and Christian Robinson: This story shares a unique perspective from the school building itself as it experiences the first day of school, making it a fun book for language comprehension and vocabulary building.

“Wemberly Worried” by Kevin Henkes: This book does a great job of addressing anxiety and worries, making it ideal for working on vocabulary related to emotions, feelings, and coping strategies.

“If You Take a Mouse to School” by Laura Numeroff: A fun and engaging book for younger students that focuses on sequencing, cause and effect, and following directions.

“Chrysanthemum” by Kevin Henkes: This is a story about embracing uniqueness and overcoming teasing, which can provide opportunities to work on social skills, self-esteem, and vocabulary related to character traits.

“The Name Jar” by Yangsook Choi: This touching story focuses on cultural identity and friendship, and it can be used to address vocabulary related to diversity, acceptance, and social skills.

While you will of course select books appropriate for the age and language abilities of your students, using these “back to school” themed books can make speech-language therapy sessions more engaging, meaningful, and enjoyable for everyone involved.

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