Moving to a new place  and going to a new school can be scary and intimidating . With the help of new friends. 

Ann Lee and her New Town

Ann standing in front of her new house, looking curious and slightly anxious

Ann Lee and her parents, Su and Jon, were moving to a new town. It was a sunny day when they arrived at their new home. Ann felt nervous but excited about the adventures ahead. She wondered about the new friends she would make.

The Big Move

Su giving Ann a comforting hug in a warmly decorated living room

The next morning, Ann woke up feeling uneasy. It was her first day at the new school. She missed her old friends and was scared of not fitting in. Her mom, Su, gave her a big hug and encouraged her to be herself.

First Day Fears

Ann entering a classroom with other students looking at her, feeling nervous

As Ann walked into her new classroom, all eyes were on her. She felt a lump in her throat. But then, a girl with a bright smile came over and introduced herself as Mia. Ann felt a little relief wash over her.

New Faces

Ann laughing with Mia and other kids at a lunch table

At lunch, Ann sat with Mia and her friends. They shared stories and laughed together. Ann started feeling more comfortable and began to enjoy her day. She was starting to like her new school.

Lunchtime Laughter

Jon playing tag with Ann and her friends in the schoolyard

During recess, Ann's dad, Jon, surprised her by showing up at school. He wanted to check if she was doing okay. Ann introduced Jon to her new friends, and they all played a game of tag together. It was a fun afternoon.

A Surprise Visitor

Ann and her friends sitting at a table with math books open, smiling and working together

Ann faced her first big challenge with homework. She struggled with math. Mia and another friend offered to help her after school. Together, they made homework fun and Ann learned a lot.

Homework Helpers

Ann painting a rock in a garden with colorful flowers around

For a school project, Ann and her group decided to create a beautiful garden. They worked hard, planting flowers and painting rocks. The project brought everyone closer, and their garden won first prize.

The School Project

Ann walking with her friends, smiling broadly in a sunny park

Months had passed, and Ann felt completely at home in her new town. She had great friends and loved her school. Ann realized that being brave and open to change had led to wonderful new experiences.