Kids Book Index
Soosh, illustrated by Soosh
In Dad by My Side, a child recounts a close relationship with her father. His love and support give her strength. Gentle, whimsical watercolor illustrations accompany the child's account. Written by Soosh and published by Little, Brown Young Readers US, the book presents this bond through the child's own voice. Her narration makes her relationship with her father the subject of the book.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
Nimoshom and His BusPenny M. ThomasChildren ride to school with Nimoshom, their bus driver, who shares Cree with them during the trip. Nimoshom means “my grandfather,” and the story draws on the author’s memories of her own grandfather. The daily bus ride becomes a setting for children to hear and learn words in Cree from an adult who speaks their language. Illustrations accompany this simple account of language shared in a familiar routine.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 500LATOS Book Level 3.3On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
This Is ChristmasTom Booth, illustrated by Tom BoothWhile walking in the woods with his mother, a young chipmunk asks a series of questions about Christmas. They see other animal families getting ready for the season as they travel through the forest. His mother explains that the holiday can hold many meanings, and the outing helps him understand its message. The mother and child spend the outing together, discussing the holiday’s meaning. Cartoonlike digital illustrations depict their forest walk.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 530LATOS Book Level 2.6On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Dance, Dance, Dance! (Horse & Buggy series)Ethan Long, illustrated by Ethan LongHorse and Buggy are close friends, though they do not always want the same things. Horse loves to dance, while Buggy initially has no interest in joining in. When Buggy hears music, that reluctance changes. Humorous digital cartoon illustrations follow the friends as music creates an opening for them to share an activity despite their different preferences.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details