I work with parents and their pre-school children in a family learning setting. During the courses, most parents ask questions about preparing their child for school, and this is the first book I have come across which sets out all of the information they need in a clear and accessible way. I really appreciated the fact that Settling Your Child in School shows ways to prepare your child, not just educationally, but also socially, emotionally and physically. The checklists at the end of every chapter were particularly helpful to consolidate the information given. I would certainly recommend this book, not just for professionals working with families, but for parents themselves. I wish it were published when my children were preparing for school!