The new school year is officially here, representing a huge transition for parents, teachers, and children. Few kids like going back to school. Even parents may feel sad at the loss of summer freedom and the return of early mornings and endless routines. It's normal even for kids with lots of friends who excel at school to whine a bit in the first weeks back to school. Some kids are even more resistant, complaining each morning and needing several wake-up calls to get out of bed. It might be frustrating, but the frustration is normal.