Abby's First Day

A tender, beautifully illustrated story about courage, connection, and the quiet magic of being seen.

Abby wakes up on the morning of her very first day of school with fluttering in her tummy and a wish to stay nestled in her cozy bed. Everything feels a little too big, a little too loud, and a little too new. But with gentle encouragement—and a sprinkle of starlight—Abby discovers that bravery doesn’t mean having no fear. It means feeling the fear and choosing to take that first step anyway.

Abby’s First Day is a soul-led story created by mother and daughter — Peggy Kan Hai and Kaʻewa Kan Hai.
Written by Peggy and inspired by Kaʻewa’s original drawings, Abby was lovingly brought to life through a collaborative illustration process filled with creativity, care, and heart.

Inspired by real life. Abby’s First Day is a heartwarming story that validates children’s emotions and celebrates the power of quiet strength.

Perfect for:

First day of school jitters

Building emotional resilience

Parents, teachers, and caregivers seeking soulful stories with depth and light

A story for every child who’s ever felt nervous to begin—and every grown-up who remembers what that felt like.

🪽 From the heart of Golden Thread Press, where stories are soul medicine.