Kids Book Index
Andrea Zimmerman
This board book looks at getting dressed for different professions and activities. A firefighter, dancer, scientist, royal queen, chef, diver, and cowgirl are among the people whose special clothing is considered. Each role or activity has its own attire, and the book treats dressing as part of preparing for the day’s adventure. Bright illustrations appear across double-page spreads.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
Bear Wants to SingCary FaganBear finds a ukulele in the woods, likes its sound, and writes a song of his own. He wants to perform it for Mouse, but Snake, Crow, and Tortoise also find musical inspiration and repeatedly take his turn. Bear becomes frustrated and dejected as he is interrupted. The story ends with his joy when a friend stands beside him, illustrated with subtle graphite artwork.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD490LATOS Book Level 3.3On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
RedLaura Vaccaro Seeger, illustrated by Laura Vaccaro SeegerA young fox becomes separated from its family and wakes up alone. The fox travels through the countryside, avoids traffic on a road, and reaches a farm in search of food. There it is caught in a trap, but a girl who lives on the farm frees it. After continuing on its way, the fox is reunited with its mother. Sparse verse traces the journey through many shades and moods of red.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 170LATOS Book Level 1.6On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
All of the Factors of Why I Love TractorsDavina BellFrankie McGee heads to the library hoping to borrow another book about tractors. His mother objects and urges him to choose a topic other than tractors, suggesting vehicles such as cars, planes, cranes, and trains. Frankie responds with a detailed explanation of the many reasons he loves tractors. Told through rhyming dialogue, the story follows the boy and his mother as he defends his familiar library choice. Colorful digital illustrations accompany their exchange.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details