First day of school stories for kids — free, with illustrations
New backpacks, butterflies in the tummy and a teacher with a huge smile. Stories to soothe the nerves before school starts. Every first day of school story on this page was created with Cuenti.to's free AI story generator and shared publicly by families and teachers, so you can read them right now, with illustrations, at no cost. Pick one below, or write your own idea and get a brand-new story in about a minute.

Milo's Missing Shoe
Milo can't find his shoe before school and learns to ask for help instead of getting upset.

The Tree of Wisdom School: A Pact to Learn
In the Shining Valley, the animals learn at the Tree of Wisdom School under the guidance of Wise Owl Teacher. They create a pact where each one takes on responsibilities to ensure a quality education and a supportive environment. The arrival of a new student, Lucas, reinforces the importance of the pact and collaboration in learning.

The Winning Goal!
Mateo, captain of 'The Brave Lions', faces the final of the inter-school tournament. With the game tied and time running out, Mateo has the chance to score the winning goal. With a feint, a powerful shot, and a lot of determination, Mateo seeks to lead his team to glory.

The Boy Who Didn't Want to Go to School
Juanito, a boy who refuses to go to school, discovers that learning can be fun and exciting after visiting his school and experiencing the classes himself.

A Story About Winter for Kindergarten
When a curious little girl befriends a snow monster during a blizzard, she learns the magic of kindness and the wonder of winter.

Short I Story Kindergarten: The Island of Tiny Tigers
When a shy little girl named Ivy discovers a secret island full of tiny tigers, she learns the power of kindness and courage in this gentle, imaginative tale.

Andrés and the Magic Seed: A Story of Friendship and Hope
Andrés, a round boy who is bullied at school, finds a magic seed that teaches him the value of friendship. Through kindness and helping others, he overcomes sadness and finds happiness, surviving an accidental fall from his apartment.

Quack, the Brave Duck and His First Day of School!
Quack, a scared duck, faces his first day of school with fear. He meets Miss Feather, his kind teacher, and makes new friends, Lila and Beto. By the end of the day, Quack discovers that school is a fun place to learn and grow, overcoming his initial fear.

The Respect Selection: The World Cup in the Classroom
In a third-grade classroom infected by the fever of the Argentine World Cup, the children learn that respect and managing emotions are essential for living together. After a conflict during recess, the teacher teaches them to be a true team inside and outside the field.

Fairy Tales for Preschool: The Moonlight Muffin
When a shy little girl discovers a magical muffin that brings her dreams to life, she learns the joy of sharing and the magic of kindness.

Christmas Stories for Preschoolers: The Tiny Star Who Shone Bright
A tiny, shy star learns to shine with courage and kindness on the night of the first Christmas, helping the forest animals find their way home.

The Class Pet's Big Escape
A classroom's pet hamster gets loose, and the kindergarten class works together to find her.

The Mural of a Thousand Colors: Mateo's Awakening
Mateo, a high school art student, must overcome his prejudices and social fears while collaborating on a mural about diversity with Álex and Valeria. Through art and emotional management, the group faces vandalism and intolerance, transforming their school into an inclusive space that respects gender identities.

The Mystery of the Disappeared First Grade F Garden!
First Grade F at Don Bosco School discovers that their garden has been destroyed. With the help of Miss Elena and applying values of teamwork, respect, and mutual help, they investigate what happened and rebuild their garden, learning a valuable lesson about the power of teamwork.

The Magic Boat of the Sunflower Preschool!
Mateo, Sofía, and Lucía start preschool and discover a Magic Boat that takes them to the Island of Fun. Through games, costumes, and the company of their teachers, they learn about friendship and the importance of imagination, turning each day into an adventure.

Paco Yunque and the Secret of the Prize
Paco Yunque, a shy boy, arrives at a new school where he is mistreated by Humberto, the son of the town's owner. Paco wins a drawing contest, but Humberto steals the prize, creating an unfair situation that Paco faces with courage, showing that honesty and justice are more valuable than any material prize.

Miranda's Heart: An Adventure in Los Teques
Sofía, a girl from Los Teques, creates a mural for her school representing everything she loves about her state Miranda, including its beaches, parks, people, and glorious anthem. Through the project, Sofía deepens her connection with her home, appreciating its history, culture, and natural beauty, becoming a proud ambassador of Miranda.

Kindergarten Winter Stories: The Snowflake Queen’s Gift
When a shy little girl discovers a magical snowflake that brings joy to the whole kindergarten, she learns the power of kindness in the coldest of winters.

Kindergarten Winter Stories: The Snowflake's Secret
When a curious snowflake named Flurry visits a kindergarten class, she shares the magic of winter and the importance of kindness.

The Secret Hatch of Luis Vives: Mission Center of the Earth
Three students from Luis Vives School find a magical edition of Jules Verne that transports them to a real underground world beneath their school. Through crystal caves and prehistoric seas, they live an epic adventure to return to class before the bell rings.

The City of a Thousand Trades!
Sofía, a curious girl, explores the City of a Thousand Trades and learns about different professions through encounters with the baker, firefighter, florist, gardener, doctor, and teacher. She discovers the importance of each job and how they contribute to the community, inspiring her to find her own path to make the world a better place. At the end, she draws her experiences to share in school.

Sofia's Volleyball Dream
Sofia, an 11-year-old girl, dreams of becoming a great volleyball player. She trains hard for two months and is chosen for her school's team for an international tournament. During the tournament, Sofia and her team win the championship, and she is named the Most Valuable Player.

The Magic Secret of Bellavista School!
The first-year children at Bellavista School can't read. They discover that the letters are shy and decide to become friends with them through drawings, songs, and stories, finally learning to read.

Leo and the Magical Mane of the River
Leo, a boy with long, black hair as dark as night, lives by the Great River. Inspired by his grandmother's stories about the river's magical mane, he decides to tell a story at his school's talent show, captivating everyone and becoming the town's storyteller.
Create your own first day of school story
Write the idea, pick the age and language, and in about a minute you will have a new illustrated story. Free, no signup.
Related themes
Frequently asked questions
Are these first day of school stories really free?+
Yes. Every story on Cuenti.to is free to read, download and print, and you can create new ones without signing up.
What age are first day of school stories for kids best suited to?+
Most stories here are written for children aged 3 to 10. When you create your own, you choose the age so the vocabulary and length fit your child or your class.
Can I make a first day of school story with my child's name in it?+
Yes. Open "Create your own story", describe the idea and add your child's name; the story and its illustrations are generated in about a minute.
Can I use these stories in the classroom?+
Yes. Teachers use them for read-alouds, reading comprehension and as a starting point for creative writing. Every story has a printable PDF.