Vera has looked forward to her first day of school for as long as she can remember. Finally the day arrives and she is bursting with excitement. But when Vera sees the older children in the playground, she suddenly gets frightened and stays behind. Before she knows it, the bell has rung and the giant green doors of the school have closed.Now Vera is late! What will she do? The first day of school can be both thrilling and a bit scary. With charm and gentle humor, Vera Rosenberry explores the different feelings associated with this important milestone.