The Differences Between the First and Second Day of School

The first day of school is filled with many exciting moments — showing off stylish clothes and supplies, reconnecting with friends after a summer apart, and meeting new teachers. The second day . . . not so much. The back-to-school excitement wears off within 24 hours, leaving both children and parents less than thrilled to tackle the next nine months. Don't believe us? Scroll through these photos, and you'll see the drastic differences between the first and second day of school.

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First Day Wake-Up
Flickr user anjanettew

First Day Wake-Up

He's ready before you get out of bed.

Second Day Wake-Up
Flickr user luiginter

Second Day Wake-Up

He's begging for five more minutes.

First Day Breakfast
Instagram | juliabaessler

First Day Breakfast

A meal that sends them to school with smiles and full stomachs.

Second Day Breakfast
Instagram | ginnastasia

Second Day Breakfast

A meal that they can eat on the bus.

First Day Locker
Instagram | the_insecure_

First Day Locker

A well-organized storage space.

Second Day Locker
Instagram | brunette_barbie_14

Second Day Locker

A disaster zone.

Second Day Shoes
Instagram | dat1odd1

Second Day Shoes

Scuffed and dirty.

First Day Note
Instagram | jenngongobrien

First Day Note

An afternoon art project.

Second Day Note
Instagram | kerrydotcom

Second Day Note

An afterthought.

First Day Lunch
Instagram | jacorlew

First Day Lunch

Something fun and filling.

Second Day Lunch
Instagram | tastebudtart

Second Day Lunch

Something made from whatever is in the fridge.

First Day After-School Activities
Flickr user chrisyarzab

First Day After-School Activities

Some fresh air and fun.