Kids Book Index
Vickie Lee
This bilingual board book uses the twelve animals of the Chinese zodiac to introduce Chinese characters. Its digital illustrations present animals such as the Dragon, Horse, and Goat, along with their traits. Chinese pronunciations are included. A wheel printed on the back cover lets readers identify their own lucky zodiac animal from the twelve.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
Roar Like a DandelionRuth KraussThis alphabet book uses an unusual approach to identifying initial letters. It gathers witty, playful one-line texts by Ruth Krauss, published here for the first time, including brief imaginative observations such as an invitation to sit in the sun and shine. Pen-and-ink and watercolor illustrations accompany the language. The book treats letters and words as material for short, whimsical expressions rather than a conventional alphabet sequence.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 140LATOS Book Level 1.4On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
This Is the Construction WorkerLaura GodwinA female construction worker takes readers through a day at a busy building site. Her crew works step by step while a high-rise grows taller during the project. Rhyming text and vivid illustrations depict the workers and their jobs, with teamwork and camaraderie shaping the work. Vibrant color and a driving rhythm accompany the job. The book places a woman among the crew, challenging gender stereotypes in construction.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
A Day for SkatingSarah SullivanOn a cold winter day, a family bundles up and goes to a local frozen pond to skate. A young child has a first experience on the ice among figure skaters, hockey players, beginners, and experienced skaters. The child practices, falls, and keeps trying, then returns indoors for cocoa and snacks before a cozy bedtime story. The family may also make new friends at the pond.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details