Kids Book Index
Pam Muñoz Ryan
After Otto becomes lost in a forbidden forest, three mysterious sisters involve him in a harmonica quest shaped by a prophecy and a promise. As decades pass, the harmonica reaches Ivy in California, Friedrich in Germany, and Mike in Pennsylvania, linking their lives. They face serious challenges that include maintaining a family, safeguarding a brother, and saving a father in different circumstances.
This book appears on 3 reading lists across 1 edition from 3 organizations.
Baba Yaga’s AssistantMarika McCoolaMasha, a lonely teenager, enters a haunted wood to seek work with Baba Yaga, the witch of Russian folklore. Her grandmother has taught her that stories are useful, magic can be unreliable, and even difficult messes can be cleaned. To become the witch’s assistant, Masha must complete a series of tests using those skills. Along the way, she also tries to get her stepsister home safely.Twelve to FourteenOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Lailah’s Lunchbox: A Ramadan StoryReem FaruqiLailah has eagerly anticipated fasting for Ramadan for the first time. When Ramadan arrives, however, she is attending a new school in a new country and becomes shy about fasting there. The story centers on this first observance of Ramadan alongside Lailah’s experience of entering an unfamiliar school and place.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Roller GirlVictoria JamiesonAstrid Vasquez becomes absorbed in roller derby after attending a Rose City Rollers match with her best friend Nicole. When Nicole chooses dance camp with Astrid’s longtime rival, Astrid feels betrayed as she begins roller derby summer camp alone. Training toward a junior bout, she makes a new friend, confronts anger and a competitive streak, and reflects after hurting that friend. Roller derby remains central as Astrid develops skills and confidence.All readersLexile Text Measure GN440LATOS Book Level 3.2On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details