Karen Kilpatrick

Medusa's First Day: A Story about Kindness - School of Greatness Karen Kilpatrick New edition

Welcome to the School of Greatness,
where everyone can learn

to lead with both their heads and hearts, and greatness they will earn!

Medusa's excited for her first day of school, but when her teacher introduces her to the class, she doesn't exactly feel welcome. Will her classmates learn to be kind and accept her differences? Will Medusa also learn to be kind to herself?
The School of Greatness is where children will learn important character concepts and lessons through the kid-friendly versions of the legends and heroes of Greek mythology. From the award-winning creative team behind the When Pencil Met series, School of Greatness is perfect for parents, teachers, librarians, and caregivers to introduce elements of Greek mythology with important lessons woven throughout each engaging story. Plus, kids can take a kindness pledge at the end of the book!


Kids will take a journey of imagination and growth as they learn about:
Celebrating and accepting differences

Treating others with kindness and respect

What it means to be kind to oneself and loving who you are


Medusa's First Day from the School of Greatness series is a fun, read-aloud picture book perfect for:
Kids ages 5 and up

Social and emotional learning (SEL) curriculum or for anyone wanting to teach character through an imaginative take on Greek mythology and engaging stories

Parents, librarians, teachers, and classroom story times for elementary school students
Fans of The Magic School Bus