All it takes is a simple "hello YOU!" to show kindness and spread lots of happiness when going back to school! Featuring cute baby animals, heartfelt rhyming text, and social emotional skills for kids, this picture book shows that all you need to make a friend is a wave, a smile, or a simple "hi." Now more than ever, it's important to teach children how to connect with others, and this friendship book for preschoolers and kindergartners offers fun ideas for greetings and spreading kindness that will help beat those first day jitters.

Complete with lesson plan, vocabulary list, reflection questions and worksheets!