Kids Book Index
Erin Hunter
On the African savanna, a young lion, a baboon, and an elephant encounter friendship, revenge, magic, and betrayal. Their story brings together three animal protagonists as they move through a setting shaped by wild creatures and conflict. This opening volume introduces a series centered on their experiences in the savanna and the changing ties among them.
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The Great American Foot Race: Ballyhoo for the Bunion Derby!Andrew SpenoThis nonfiction narrative examines the Transcontinental Foot Race, later called the Bunion Derby, amid the spectacle and athletic stunts of the 1920s. It follows competitors on their journey across the country and places the event within its exuberant era. Photographs and documents from the race support the account, along with a map of the route, source notes, a bibliography, and an index. The book brings together a little-known sporting event, its participants, and the culture surrounding it.Nine to TwelveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Sputnik’s Guide to Life on EarthFrank Cottrell BoycePrez uses lists to keep track of life, especially as his grandfather becomes increasingly forgetful. When his grandfather can no longer care for him, Prez moves to a foster family in the country. With Sputnik, an alien who appears as a dog, Prez must prevent Earth’s destruction. Their task involves finding Prez’s imprisoned grandfather and identifying ten things worth seeing or doing. The story connects foster care, family separation, lists, and an urgent mission to save the planet.Nine to TwelveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Bronze and SunflowerCao WenxuanSet during China’s Cultural Revolution, this novel follows the friendship between Bronze, a mute boy from a peasant family, and Sunflower, the daughter of an artist sent to a rural Cadre School. Lonely in her new surroundings, Sunflower wants to play with children in the village across the river. After her father dies, a poor rural family takes her in, and she forms a close bond with their only child, Bronze.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 790LATOS Book Level 5.6On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details