Raven’s First Day
Raven’s First Day Book One in The Survival Guide of the Awkward Critters Series
Everyone feels out of place sometimes.
When Raven moves to a new town, everything feels different—the school, the kids, even the air. At V.J. Elementary, friendships already seem formed and laughter already shared, leaving Raven wondering if she’ll ever belong.
From awkward introductions to lonely moments on the playground, Raven’s first day doesn’t go the way she hoped. But small acts of kindness—a smile from Willow, a quiet word from Finn—begin to show her that sometimes being seen takes time, and that even the quietest voices matter.
Told with warmth, empathy, and heart, Raven’s First Day introduces the world of The Survival Guide of the Awkward Critters, a series that celebrates friendship, self-acceptance, and the beauty of being different.
This is where it all begins—the day everything changes, and the story every Critter remembers.
About the Series
Survival Guide of the Awkward Critters is a beautifully illustrated series that supports social-emotional learning, mental wellness, identity, inclusion, and belonging. Each book follows a different critter’s perspective and encourages readers to understand feelings, build resilience, and practice kindness.