Kids Book Index
Alice Pung
Xiao Xin imagines himself as a courageous Red Fire Warrior, while his family repeatedly warns him to be careful because they see the world as dangerous and think he is too small to be a warrior. He must demonstrate his courage to this doubtful family and persuade them to place more trust in him. The story sets his bold self-image against the concern of those who care for him.
This book appears on 2 reading lists across 1 edition from 2 organizations.
BUTT OR FACE? CAN YOU TELL WHICH END YOU’RE LOOKING AT?Kari LavelleThis animal guessing-game picture book begins with close-up photographs and asks whether each image shows an animal’s face or its rear end. The following page reveals the complete animal and includes facts about it. The animals use camouflage and other forms of trickery in their habitats; examples include a frog whose rear resembles eyes and a turtle that breathes through its rear. Color photographs, puns, and animal information shape the book’s playful nonfiction approach.Kids Favorites — K–2nd GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
I’m Sorry You Got MadKyle LukoffJack wants to apologize after hurting Zoe’s feelings, but he cannot settle on words that say what he means. With the patient help of his teacher, he writes a sequence of notes to his classmate and works through the challenge of making an apology. The story centers on the gap between wanting to repair a hurt and finding a way to communicate that intention as he tries again in writing.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Big Sister, Long CoatNelly Buchet, illustrated by Rachel KatstallerA young girl looks forward to spending a day with her older sister. The day does not unfold as she expected, bringing rain and several setbacks along the way. Even so, their time together remains at the center of the story, which focuses on the affection between the two siblings.Teacher Favorites — K–2nd GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details