Why Won’t You Go to School, Kiki Kangaroo?: Activity Coloring Book

Join Kiki on a colorful adventure with crayons and colored pencils. This glossy hardcover activity coloring book is a creative and hands-on companion to the original storybook, Why Won’t You Go to School, Kiki Kangaroo?: How Everyone Helped Him—School Is Scary, Until It’s Not. It supports emotional growth, confidence, and self-expression. In addition, it is printed on thick, bright white 70 lb paper, so it works well with markers, crayons, and colored pencils. There is no bleed-through, just bold and beautiful color.

Kiki Kangaroo is usually a happy, bouncy joey, but not today. He feels nervous, overwhelmed, and sure he will not be going to school. With a strict teacher, noisy celebrations, and too many rules, school feels like too much. However, his support team, Mom-Jill and Granny-Roo, step in to help. They help Kiki feel safe, understood, and ready to try again.

Each page of the original story appears in black and white. As a result, children can use their imagination and color Kiki’s world their way. Alongside the story scenes, children ages 4 to 13 explore:

• Critical thinking questions that invite reflection on feelings, friendships, and problem-solving
• Activity pages including word searches, matching games, journal prompts, and sensory check-ins
• A gentle format that supports screen-free engagement

Whether used on its own or with the original picture book, this kids coloring book for school anxiety helps parents, teachers, and counselors guide children. It supports emotional regulation, reduces anxiety, and builds the courage to try again.

Color. Reflect. Problem-solve. Grow.