Kids Book Index
Vix Southgate
Belka and Strelka are stray dogs living in Moscow in 1960 when they encounter scientists preparing a space mission. The scientists send the two dogs into orbit around Earth. Their flight ends with their safe return home, making them the first animals described as completing both parts of that journey. The account includes a timeline and uses full-page dramatic illustrations to depict their trip.
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Little Frida: A Story of Frida KahloAnthony Browne, illustrated by Anthony BrowneAfter polio at age six, young Frida Kahlo lives with pain and loneliness. Her imaginary friend becomes real in a diary-shaped account of a lonely disabled girl’s hopes. She dreams of flying and of finding a close companion. Colored illustrations draw on the style associated with the Mexican artist, while surreal imagery accompanies this inner life. The book also includes back matter.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Two Brothers, Four Hands: The Artists Alberto and Diego GiacomettiJan Greenberg, Sandra JordanThis picture-book biography follows Swiss brothers Alberto and Diego Giacometti as artists. Alberto is recognized early for his artistic ability, while younger Diego initially supports him before becoming an artist himself. Their lives include war, poverty, and mental-health struggles, all of which inform their art. The book focuses on their creative journeys, distinct personalities, and relationship as brothers, with a timeline, glossary, bibliography, and material on looking at one of Alberto’s artworks.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Don’t Let Them Disappear: 12 Endangered Species across the GlobeChelsea ClintonThis book considers what might be done to protect twelve endangered animal species. It places that question within a world containing millions of distinct species. Sea otters provide one specific example: they wash their paws after eating. Colorful gouache illustrations accompany the discussion of animals at risk and efforts to save them. It also notes the distinctive behaviors found among animals.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details