Kids Book Index
Atinuke
At bedtime, a baby’s sister, grandmother, father, and mother take turns cuddling and singing. One by one, each family member calls on wind, clouds, stars, and the moon to sail, rock, and delight the drowsy child. Celestial elements appear against a black sky as they help care for beloved babies in diverse families. Soft mixed-media illustrations accompany the text.
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AfikomenTziporah CohenDuring a Passover seder, three children hide the afikomen and crawl beneath a blue tablecloth. On the other side, they emerge in ancient Egypt. Along the Nile, they see Moses’ mother and sister Miriam place the baby in a floating basket. The children help guide Moses away from danger as he travels downriver toward Pharaoh’s daughter, who will raise him. Before continuing, they share matzah with him. This wordless picture-book adventure connects a family seder with the biblical story of Moses.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Truth About DragonsJulie LeungA young child listens as his mother tells bedtime stories about dragons and a powerful magic within him. The stories also connect him with grandmothers from different cultures, whose traditional tales offer distinct ways of seeing the world. Through these family storytelling traditions, the child encounters dragons, inherited stories, and ideas shaped by more than one cultural background. Detailed mixed-media illustrations accompany the journey through these tales.All readersOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Baking with Mi Abuelita (Step into Reading series)Julissa Mora, illustrated by Julissa MoraPapi’s birthday gives a child and grandmother a reason to make a surprise cake together. Grandma lets the child help with the baking, making the family tradition part of the celebration. The text includes some Spanish words, including the family term abuelita. Colorful watercolor illustrations accompany the birthday preparations and the cake-making activity.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details