What to do When I get back from School

Does your child come home from school and immediately drop everything, grab a screen, or melt into chaos?

What to Do When I Get Back from School gives your little one a better story - one they'll want to live.

Follow Caleb, a bright and lovable boy, through his after-school afternoon as he discovers that coming home isn't the end of the day - it's the beginning of something meaningful. Step by step, Mom guides him through simple, powerful habits: hanging up his backpack, putting away his shoes, washing his hands, eating a healthy snack, sharing about his day, resting, doing his homework, reading, helping with chores, moving his body, and ending the evening with family warmth and gratitude.

Each small choice Caleb makes builds something big - responsibility, self-discipline, kindness, and a heart full of pride.

Written in simple, confidence-building sentences perfect for ages 4 and up, this beautifully illustrated story speaks directly to your child's heart. It doesn't lecture. It doesn't nag. It simply shows - through Caleb's eyes - that routines feel good, helping feels good, and trying your best feels the best of all.

What Parents Love About This Book:

• Teaches real after-school habits without a single power struggle


• Reinforces four core family values: Be Kind, Help Others, Do Your Best, Be Grateful


• Warm, stunning illustrations that pull children into every scene


• Short chapters keep even the wiggliest readers engaged


• Opens conversations between parents and children about daily choices


• A gentle, non-preachy tone that children actually respond to

Whether you're building a new routine from scratch or simply reinforcing the one you already love, this book does the heavy lifting for you. Read it once and your child will ask for it again - and then start hanging up their bag without being asked.

Because the best habits don't start with a chore chart.

They start with a story.

Perfect For:

Bedtime reading, back-to-school season, classroom libraries, and any parent who wants their child to grow up responsible, grateful, and kind - one afternoon at a time.

From Paideia Librarium - Books for Curious Little Minds.