Kids Book Index
Charlotte Offsay
A grandmother’s “magic” appears in the many ways she connects with her grandchild. When she visits, she plays, explores, bakes, and gardens, with each activity presented as part of what makes a grandma special. The book celebrates grandmothers and includes scenes with diverse grandmas and grandchildren. Its focus is the shared time and affection that shape a grandmother-grandchild relationship.
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How to Say Hello to a Worm: A First Guide to OutsideKari Percival, illustrated by Kari PercivalToddlers explore a garden through playful, hands-on activities. They plant peas, wait for them to grow, make mud by directing water through soil, and greet small creatures with care. The children observe worms and bees, build a stick support that also becomes a play hut, and learn how to tell when strawberries are ripe. They pull carrots and open pea pods to reach the peas inside. The book includes separate afterwords for children and grown-ups with further guidance for gardening with toddlers.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
A Gift for NanaLane Smith, illustrated by Lane SmithIn A Gift for Nana, a little rabbit searches for the perfect present for his Nana, someone especially important to him. The little rabbit approaches the search thoughtfully. Unexpected discoveries arise during the quest. The book presents this search as a whimsical story. Lane Smith wrote and illustrated this 40-page book, published by Random House Children’s Books on May 10, 2022.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 550LATOS Book Level 3.6On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
A Park Connects UsSarah NelsonA visit to an urban park follows people sharing a green space with community and nature. Visitors of many ages, ethnicities, genders, and abilities explore the park: children play, couples walk, flowers bloom, birds fly, and friends and families picnic or play ball. Mixed-media illustrations portray the park as a communal space.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details