Legend of the Jedi Princess 2: A Skywalker-Jinn Miracle

First Days of School

It was a very special day in Encanto. The first day of school. And two very special children were about to start the first grade.

"You're going to love the first grade." Mila said. "I didn't spend much time there, but I remember it was a great year. And Senorita Rojas is a wonderful teacher."

"I can't wait for show and tell." Rosella said. "I drew a story to show the class."

"What's it about, Rosella?" Bruno asked.

"It's a surprise for later, Papa."

"How are you feeling, Pedro?" Alicia asked.

"Nervous." Pedro said, cuddling his security blanket.

So far, over the last few months, Pedro had started little by little just cuddling his blanket instead of hiding under it. Thanks to a few visits to the Encanto and getting some notes from Boba on how he dealt with his anxiety, Mila and her parents made more progress helping Pedro become less anxious, which would be especially helpful in school.

"That's normal, hermanito." Mila said. "Everyone gets nervous at some point in school, and the first day is one of the most common. But don't worry. If you just do your best, you'll do great. And if you feel lost in any subject, don't hesitate to ask your teacher for help and talk about your struggles."

Chika licked Pedro, making the boy laugh.

"Aww. Chika's wishing you good luck."

Back in the Naboo palace, some other kids were getting ready for school too.

"Come on, kids." said Anakin. "You don't wanna be late."

The kids finished their cereal and got their backpacks ready.

"Did everybody brush their teeth and hair?" Padme asked.

"Yes, Mom." Omega said.

"We're all up and ready to go." Gabby said.

"Lamenta, don't forget this." Carmine said, putting Omega's favorite star clip into her hair to keep it out of her eyes.

"Thanks, Daddy." Lamenta said.

Kara and Qui-Gon made sure each of the kids had their lunches.

"Now, remember, kids." said Kara. "Listen to your teachers and play nice with the other kids."

"Yes, Auntie Kara." Gabby smiled.

"Now kids," said Anakin. "We all know it's gonna be a little scary being without your family for a while, but your teachers are there to help you learn and look after you. You'll be back home before you know it."

"Don't worry, Omega." Padme whispered. "I put some extra things into your bag. And a thermos of herbal tea, just in case."

As a lot of middle school students probably knew, it was typically the toughest period of school, especially since that was when puberty hit, and often hit hard. Given Boba and Omega's ages, they were both going through a lot of changes, physical and emotional.

Just in case, Padme and Anakin both already gave the twins the lecture about their 'changing bodies,' and how it was nothing to be embarrassed about.

"Thanks, Mom."

"Remember, Sweetie. It's nothing to be embarrassed about. It's perfectly normal and will be gone before you know it."

"What will, Aunt Padme?" Lamenta asked. Being only six, she didn't have that lecture yet.

"I'll tell you when you're older."

"Come, children." Qui-Gon said. "Time to get to school."

And so, the kids hurried to get to school on time.