Kids Book Index
Micaela Chirif
Elisa spends a night crying for an unknown reason, and the adults around her try several responses: moving her bed to see the moon, changing her temperature, wrapping her warmly, and tying a red ribbon at her wrist. Her crying becomes extremely loud, causing flowers to wilt and birds to fly out a window. After the sleepless night, her grandmother’s touch and an explosive fart bring relief.
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Joyful Song: A Naming StoryLesléa NewmanZachary’s baby sister is about to receive her name during a special Shabbat service. As Zachary and his two mothers travel to the synagogue, neighbors ask about the baby’s name. Rather than revealing it, the family shares affectionate nicknames and invites each neighbor to join the service. At the synagogue, after blessings from Zachary’s parents and the rabbi, Zachary announces his sister’s name and explains its meaning. The story follows a Jewish family, their neighbors, and a celebration welcoming a new baby.Picture BooksOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
DOG VS. STRAWBERRYNelly BuchetIn this picture book, Dog takes on a strawberry in a race billed as an epic showdown. Dog gives the contest everything he has while trying to finish ahead. The story frames the contest as a comic confrontation between a dog and an unlikely rival, leaving the race’s outcome in question.Grades K–2Lexile Text Measure AD540LATOS Book Level 3.6On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Barnaby Unboxed!Terry FanBarnaby is a pet who is half mouse, half elephant, and has a little flamingo in him. After becoming separated from home, he travels through busy city streets, shadowy alleyways, and parkland. His route home is described as perilous, and the journey centers on friendship, unconditional love, belonging, and what home means. This standalone story takes place in the world of The Barnabus Project.Younger ReadersLexile Text Measure 600LATOS Book Level 3.9On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details