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  • Tiny T. Rex and the First-Day Oopsies: A Back-To-School Book (Tiny T. Rex #6)

Tiny T. Rex and the First-Day Oopsies: A Back-To-School Book
(Tiny T. Rex #6)

Illustrator
Jay Fleck
Publication Date
July 15, 2025
Genre / Grade Band
Fiction /  K − 1st
Language
English
Format
Picture Book
Tiny T. Rex and the First-Day Oopsies: A Back-To-School Book (Tiny T. Rex #6)

Description

It's Tiny T. Rex's first day of school! In this new addition to the bestselling series, Tiny is certain he's ready for anything at his BIG new school--but learns that even the best-prepared dinosaur will still meet some "oopsies" along the way!

 

Tiny T. Rex is everyone's favorite pint-sized dinosaur! Despite being a little dino in a big world, Tiny doesn't mind taking on a new challenge, even when it's the first day of a brand-new school. From his giant backpack to his good-luck bowtie, Tiny is prepared for anything, and that means nothing can go wrong . . . right? With his best friend, Pointy, by his side, Tiny soon discovers that school isn't about being perfectly prepared after all--and that by trying new things and learning as he goes, he's more ready for school than even he knew.

 

EVERYONE LOVES TINY: The first book about Tiny, Tiny T. Rex and the Impossible Hug, was an immediate hit from the moment it was published, and all the books in the series have become beloved bestsellers! Readers love Tiny's funny and heartwarming adventures, and dino-obsessed kids delight in hearing and laughing along with these tales again and again.

BACK TO SCHOOL FAVORITE: This is a wonderful picture book for home and classroom, and perfect for preparing children for the first day of school. It shares a reassuring and relatable message about trying new things and learning that mistakes and mishaps are how we all grow.

POSITIVE VALUES: Every Tiny T. Rex book features Tiny solving common childhood challenges with love, a positive attitude, and the power of friendship.

ENGAGING READ-ALOUD: Funny, charming text and adorable, colorful art make this book a storytime favorite kids will want to read again and again.

Perfect for:

  • Dinosaur-loving kids from babies and toddlers through ages 4-6
  • Parents, grandparents, teachers, and caregivers seeking funny kids' books
  • Go-to choice for reassuring back-to-school books
  • Fans of sweet, warm-hearted family picture books
  • Baby shower, children's birthday, teacher, or classroom gift
  • Fans of the Tiny T. Rex series and popular children's books like How Do Dinosaurs Go to School?, The Crayons Go Back to School, and The Pigeon HAS to Go to School!
Publication date
July 15, 2025
Genre
Fiction
Page Count
52
ISBN-13
9781797233208
Lexile Measure
510
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Series
Tiny T. Rex
BISAC categories
JUV039060 - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes | Friendship
JUV002060 - Juvenile Fiction | Animals | Dinosaurs & Prehistoric Creatures
Library of Congress categories
Picture books
Schools
First day of school
Tyrannosaurus rex
Errors
School fiction

Kirkus

Small but mighty, like its determined protagonist.

School Library Journal

PreS-K--Tiny T. Rex is going to a new school, and he is feeling both prepared and nervous. Readers follow him through his first day, as he confronts new tasks and routines. When Tiny makes mistakes, like squirting his juice box on a friend and tooting his instrument when he was asked to woot it, he worries he is not ready for school. With support and assurance from his teacher, friends, and family, Tiny understands that mistakes are part of learning. Confidence restored, Tiny feels big, smart, and ready for school. Through clear and simple text, Stutzman tells Tiny's story from a child's point-of-view and addresses common first day of school fears. Fleck's illustrations, rendered in pencil and then colored in digitally, use primary and secondary colors to create inviting illustrations that are easy to read. VERDICT Young children will relate to Tiny and his first day of school jitters, while being reassured that school is a place to make mistakes and grow.--Sarah Pousty

Copyright 2025 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

Jonathan Stutzman
Jonathan Stutzman is the New York Times bestselling and award-winning children's book author and filmmaker. His work for children includes the bestselling Tiny T. Rex series as well as Llama Destroys the World illustrated by Heather Fox, Bear Is a Bear illustrated by Dan Santat, and many others. Jonathan lives in Pennsylvania, where right now he's most likely reading or thinking about new stories.

Jay Fleck is the author-illustrator of Crinkle, Crinkle, Little Car and the illustrator of a number of other children's books, including the New York Times bestselling Tiny T. Rex series. He resides in a suburb south of Chicago with his wife, two children, and loyal dog, Otis. He spends his spare time running and reading (but not at the same time).
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