Things I'm wondering about
Friends, toilets, lunchtime, learning, the classroom and who to ask for help.
Free children's printable
My School Worries & Wonders
A gentle way for children to share the questions, worries and big thoughts that can come with starting school.
Who it's for: Children aged 4-7 preparing for or settling into elementary school.
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Your child can tick, circle, draw, write or simply talk. They do not need to complete every part.
What can children explore?
Wondering is allowed. The printable gives children words and pictures for some common school questions while leaving room for their own thoughts.
Things that might make me wobble
Goodbyes, noise, mistakes, finding the way around and not knowing what happens next.
Things that might help me
Knowing the plan, knowing who will collect them, breathing slowly and asking a trusted adult.
My own worry or wonder
A large space to write or draw something that isn't already on the sheet.
Use it as a conversation, not a test
You do not need to work through the boxes in order. A child might point to one picture, draw something completely different or decide they do not want to talk yet. The useful part is giving them a safe opening when they are ready.
The sheet ends with a simple Collyvale message: “It's okay to wonder. Asking for help is a brave thing to do.”
Continue together
More help for a first-day wobble
Ollie's story explores the feelings underneath a very brave face, while the companion printables help children and grown-ups prepare practically and talk together.
Read the free 8-page preview → Buy the paperback on Amazon ↗ My First Day printable →
This printable is a conversation activity, not an assessment or diagnostic tool. Collyvale provides general family information and does not replace professional advice.
Starting school collection