Kids Book Index
Kevin Henkes
Five small, brightly colored elephants travel together in a line from morning until night. Their march takes them up and down, under and over, and around and around, introducing ideas of direction and movement through their route. The elephants remain together through the day before ending with a trumpet and going to sleep at night.
This book appears on 3 reading lists across 1 edition from 3 organizations.
Winter Is HereKevin HenkesThis picture book observes winter through snow, wind, ice, animals, and children. Winter appears in changing forms: snow falls and settles, ice is hard, animals burrow, and children wear boots, vests, scarves, mittens, and zipped-up clothing. It is experienced indoors and outdoors, as both quiet and loud, with wind that howls. The season remains for a time before gradually giving way to spring. The text follows winter’s weather, physical sensations, and the daily life it brings.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD510LATOS Book Level 3.4On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Jerome By HeartThomas ScottoRaphael cares deeply for his friend Jerome, who holds his hand, chooses him as a field-trip companion, and helps him feel safe. Raphael thinks often about Jerome and wants to find him the right gift. His parents object to the intensity of his feelings, leaving Raphael briefly isolated and at odds with their response. Still, he remains certain of his affection for Jerome. The story centers on the boys’ friendship and Raphael’s determination to acknowledge the feelings that bring him joy.Picture Books for School-Age ChildrenOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Adrian Simcox Does NOT Have a HorseMarcy CampbellAdrian Simcox tells everyone who will listen that he owns a horse. Chloe, his classmate, does not believe him. She knows he lives in a tiny house and notices the holes in his shoes, so she wonders where a horse could live and how Adrian could afford one. As he keeps speaking about it, Chloe becomes angry. Later, she takes a walk past Adrian’s house.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details