Kids Book Index
Megan Bomgaars, illustrated by Quiel Ramos
Born Brave presents a colorful, sparkling account by Megan Bomgaars about the courage people have shown from the day they were born. It names sleeping alone for the first time and beginning school as challenges that call for bravery. The book describes courage as something people have carried within themselves while facing everyday difficulties. It is a follow-up title to Born to Sparkle.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
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
Blink and GlowRaven Howell, illustrated by Ann PilicerLilly and Leo catch a firefly and a salamander, placing each creature in a glass jar as they imagine sharing them at show-and-tell. When the animals’ lights begin to fade, their grandmother helps the children reconsider what they have done. The children learn that these natural wonders need freedom, then find another way to share their interest by making a craft for friends. The story combines bioluminescent wildlife with a lesson in treating animals with care.Teacher Favorites — K–2nd GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Bright and Beautiful: The Story of the Mercy Full ProjectPrecious McKenzie, illustrated by Shelby KoehlerYeyi works to help communities of animals that do not have homes. The story considers how easily people can overlook suffering when they are not experiencing it themselves, especially when animals are affected. Yeyi’s efforts to save and heal homeless animals begin with a small task and grow into a wider act of kindness. The book connects care for animals with the idea that living things need both homes and love.Librarian Favorites — K–2nd GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details