In this heartwarming children’s story, a young bilingual kitten named Tito faces the excitement of his first day of school, where he learns he’ll be placed in a new class with new friends.
Despite his mother’s concern, Tito embraces the change with optimism, showing resilience and a love for learning.
“Tito, wake up! The sun is up, and it’s a brand new day,” Mama Dora said sweetly to her little kitten, her voice as soft as a purr. “Time for school and happy friends!”
Today was a very special day at Miss Dora’s house—Tito, the youngest of the kittens, was starting grade one. It was his very first day of school, and his tail twitched with excitement even before his eyes fluttered open.
The night before, Mama Dora had received a message from the school, letting her know that Tito would be placed in a special classroom. It wasn’t just any class—this one was for kittens who could meow in two languages.
Tito, who spoke both Spanish and English, would have a new teacher and new friends. Mama Dora wondered how he might feel about this change. Would he be nervous? Would he miss his old friends?
Outside, the golden morning sunlight filtered through the curtains, casting warm patches on the wooden floor. Inside, the house bustled with the usual back-to-school excitement.
Mama Dora had been knitting for weeks, making sure each of her kittens had cozy new clothes. Yarn still hung in stray loops from the armchairs, waiting to be tucked away. In the kitchen, the scent of fresh milk drifted through the air.
“Meow! Time to wake up, my sunshine,” Mama Dora called again, peeking into Tito’s room. “Your brothers and sisters are already up and ready!”
Tito, who loved nothing more than curling up under his blanket, groaned softly. But then the smell of warm milk reached his nose. His whiskers twitched. Slowly, he opened one eye, then the other, and spotted his favorite yellow ball of yarn sitting at the edge of his bed.
Suddenly, Tito sprang up. “Mom! Today’s the day!” he exclaimed, his sleepy voice now bright and eager. He leaped out of bed and swatted the ball of yarn, chasing it around his room. As he batted the yarn, he managed to brush his teeth and whiskers all at once—a little dance of excitement. He was ready for his first day of school.
Mama Dora smiled, watching him with pride. But still, her heart was heavy with the thought of the big change he hadn’t been told about yet.
As they walked toward the school, the path was lined with tall trees, their leaves rustling gently in the breeze. Tito’s paws crunched on the fallen leaves, his eyes wide with curiosity. “Do you think I’ll see Milo and Bella today?” he asked, naming two of his closest friends from last year.
Mama Dora’s tail flicked anxiously. She knew it was time to tell him. She cleared her throat softly. “My sweet boy, you won’t be in the same class as Milo and Bella this year,” she said gently. “You’re going to be in a special class with new friends and a new teacher. But don’t worry—you’ll still see them at recess, and you’ll make new friends, too.”
Tito stopped in his tracks. His big, round eyes looked up at her, searching her face. For a moment, he was quiet, his small ears twitching in thought. Mama Dora felt her breath catch, worried that this might upset him.
But then, Tito smiled—his whiskers stretching wide. “That’s okay, Mom! I’m a big kitty now, and change is part of growing up, right?” His voice was soft but steady. “I’ll meet new friends, and maybe they’ll speak Spanish and English like me! That could be fun.”
Mama Dora blinked, her eyes glistening with unshed tears. “Oh, my sweet Tito,” she whispered, bending down to give him a gentle nuzzle. “Yes, change is part of growing up. And you’re going to do just fine.”
As they approached the school gates, Tito held his head high. The schoolyard was full of kittens, their voices filling the air with excited chatter. Bright flags waved in the breeze, and the sound of laughter echoed from the playground. Tito spotted Milo and Bella playing tag in the distance, and he waved eagerly to them. But instead of running over, he turned to give Mama Dora one more hug.
“I love you, Mom,” Tito said, his little arms wrapped tightly around her.
“I love you too, my sunshine,” Mama Dora whispered, pressing her cheek against his. “Learn lots, have fun, and remember—I’m so proud of you.”
Tito nodded and, with a confident bounce in his step, trotted into the school. Mama Dora watched him go, her heart swelling with pride. Her little kitten was growing up, ready to face new adventures, new friends, and a world filled with possibilities.
And as she stood there, watching him disappear into the school, she knew—Tito would be just fine, not only today, but for all the days ahead.
Follow Up Questions
How do you think Tito felt about going to a new class with different friends?
What would you do if you were starting a new class with new friends?
Why is it important to be brave like Tito when things change?
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