Kids Book Index
Lola M, Adam Schaefer, illustrated by Frann Preston-Gannon
An acorn begins a chain of connections within a forest ecosystem. A tree grows from it, a bird makes a nest, and a seed develops into a flower. Die-cut illustrations show how these living things relate to one another across the ecosystem’s layers. The story centers on the interdependence of forest life and the changes that begin with one acorn.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
Feathered DinosaursBrenda Z. Guiberson, illustrated by William LowThis book considers fossil evidence that many dinosaurs had feathers. It introduces examples including Anchiornis, Caudipteryx, and Confuciusornis, and places feathered dinosaurs long before familiar birds such as robins and blue jays. The book also examines research suggesting that, although most dinosaurs died out, flying dinosaurs did not. Its focus is on fossils, feathers, and the relationship between prehistoric dinosaurs and birds.Winning TitlesOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
CircleMac BarnettCircle plays hide-and-seek with Triangle and Square. She sets a rule that nobody may enter the cave behind a waterfall because darkness frightens her. When Triangle is missing, Circle goes into the cave to find him. Inside, she confronts her fear, apologizes to Triangle, and the three friends reunite outside, wondering what other shape might still be in the cave.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Best in SnowApril Pulley SayreThis nonfiction picture book follows snow as it falls, covers forests, and settles on animals’ fur and feathers. It also traces what happens after snowfall, including melting snow and water seeping into the ground. With minimal descriptive text and photographs, the book connects snowy landscapes to the winter water cycle. Its subject is the changing path of water during and after a snowfall.Winning TitlesLexile Text Measure AD260LATOS Book Level 2.1On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details