Fish Don't Go to School

In this endearing picture book about the rewards of self-expression, Henry feels a bit nervous on his first day of school, so he chooses to wear his favorite fish costume to give him courage. Perfect for fans of Dragonboy and Julián Is a Mermaid.

Henry loves the way he feels in his sparkly fish costume. He wears it everywhere he goes: to the grocery store, at the dinner table, and even when taking his fish, Marigold, for a walk. On his first day of school, Henry is feeling anxious. He wishes he could take Marigold with him, but his mom says fish don’t go to school. That’s okay—Henry knows just what to wear to make himself feel braver.

This heartwarming story follows Henry as he faces his fears and makes new friends, all while staying true to himself.  

About the author

Deb Pilutti is the award-winning creator of many books for children, including Old Rock (is not boring), which was a Kirkus Reviews and Parents Magazine Best Book of the Year; Ten Steps to Flying Like a Superhero, which earned a starred review from School Library Journal; and Ten Rules of Being a Superhero. Deb lives in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and invites you to visit her online at www.debpilutti.com.

Summary

Henry feels a bit nervous on his first day of school, so he chooses to wear his favorite fish costume to give him courage in this endearing picture book about the rewards of self-expression when facing new experiences, for fans of Dragonboy and Julián Is A Mermaid.

Product details

• Authors: Deb Pilutti, Pilutti Deb
• Publisher: Workman
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 4 to 8
• Product format: Hardback
• Release: 09.09.2025
• EAN: 9780316565271
• ISBN: 978-0-316-56527-1
• No. of pages: 40
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books; JUVENILE FICTION / Imagination & Play, JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / New Experience, Wildlife (Children's / Teenage), Picture storybooks, General fiction (Children's / Teenage), Children’s / Teenage fiction: School stories, Picture storybooks: imagination and play, Children’s / Teenage general interest: Fish and marine life, JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Fish, Children’s / Teenage emotions: Courage, bravery, hope