Kids Book Index
Caitlin Delems, illustrated by Tonya Engel
2025 NCSS-CBC Notable Social Studies Book WinnerHere is the little-known story of Florence Beatrice “Bea” Price, who faced many obstacles, including systemic racism and sexism, as she pushed forward to become one of the greatest Black classical composers.Florence Beatrice “Bea” Price loved music from a young age.
Kindred Spirits/Shilombish IttibachvffaLeslie Stall WidenerA nonfiction picture book about the inspiring true pay-it-forward story that bridges two continents, 175 years, and two events in historyconnecting Ireland, Choctaw Nation, Navajo Nation, and the Hopi Tribe.Choctaw author Leslie Stall and Navajo illustrator Johnson Yazzie come together to share the importance of empathy and kindness.1845.Nine to TwelveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Law and Justice We Sing from the Heart: How The Slants® Took Their Fight for Free Speech to the Supreme CourtMia WenjenAn American Library Association Notable Children's Book Junior Library Guild Gold Selection California Eureka Non-Fiction Award Honor Book NCTE Orbis Pictus Award Recommended Book A compelling account of Simon Tam’s fight for free speech that ended with a landmark Supreme Court decision Music is a way to transcend cultures and divides.Nine to TwelveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Bear’s Lost GlassesLeo Timmers, illustrated by Leo TimmersBear can't find his glasses. He must have left them at Giraffe's house.On the way over, Bear sees all kinds of animals he didn't notice last time: an elephant, a crocodile, a flamingo, a deer.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details