Kids Book Index
Hannah E. Harrison, illustrated by Hannah E. Harrison
A bear wakes in the middle of winter and explores a cabin, where he meets a little girl. Told as an alphabet story, the book follows their shared adventure after Bear wakes too early. The girl helps him return to sleep when their time together is over. Gouache illustrations accompany the bear’s cabin visit and the friendship that develops there.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
Ball & BalloonRob SandersBall feels envious when Balloon floats, soars, dips, ducks, and hovers while Ball remains on the ground because of gravity. The two objects are each jealous of the other until a child enters their story. Ball then discovers that he has abilities of his own, and both characters come to recognize their individual worth. Spare, colorful illustrations accompany the tale.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Second SkyPatrick GuestGilbert is a newly hatched penguin who wants to fly. His small fluffy wings and large clumsy feet make flight difficult, and other penguins urge him to stop trying. Gilbert persists in his wish to soar, then discovers what he does best. His efforts are shown in watercolor and pencil illustrations that trace his attempts to find his own strengths.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 550LATOS Book Level 3.6On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Beep Beep/Piip piipPetr Horáĉek, illustrated by Petr Horáĉek, Georgina Lázaro LéonIn this dual Spanish-English board book, a family climbs into a bright yellow car for a trip to Grandma’s house. Their drive moves through town and along the highway, with playful vehicle sounds describing the journey. Bright pictures and acrylic collage illustrations accompany the ride, while die-cut pages shape the book’s format. The story centers on a family visit by car.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details