NEW BRITAIN, Conn. (WTNH) — It’s back-to-school this week for many districts across the state and thousands of kids will get on a school bus.

For younger students, taking the school bus for the first time can be intimidating and unfamiliar. Transportation company DATTCO in New Britain is trying to ease those nerves by launching a new children’s book.

“I think kids are in one of two categories; either really excited about riding the bus or they are really nervous," Donald DeVivo, long-time president of DATTCO, said.

DeVivo said bus riding anxiety is a common concern both parents and students every school year. DATTCO came up with the idea of launching a new tool this summer.

“Our staff created a book to help with that anxiety and give them a little introduction into the school bus befor

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