Kids Book Index
Adam Rubin
A goat disappears from a farm one night and is later found flattened. Carla sets out to learn what happened and uncover the truth about El Chupacabras, the legendary creature linked to the mystery. This bilingual tale brings the modern cryptid into the story through cinematic illustrations. The plot begins with the vanished goat and follows Carla’s search for an explanation.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
I’m OKPatti KimOk Lee believes he must bring in money because his father has left and his mother works three jobs while the bills remain difficult to meet. He tries a succession of schemes for quick cash. At the same time, he is dealing with bullies, his mother’s new boyfriend, and increasingly desperate circumstances; his search also brings unexpected friendships and challenges too.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 670LATOS Book Level 4.3On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The House in Poplar WoodK. E. OrmsbeeThe Vickery brothers grow up on different sides of their house: one lives with their mother and the other with their father. Their divided life follows an agreement between Death and Memory. Bound by a dark pact, the twins must investigate a murder in an attempt to escape before Death takes additional victims. The story combines the brothers’ family separation with a mystery shaped by supernatural forces.Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 710LATOS Book Level 5On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Flight of SwansSarah McGuireInspired by the Brothers Grimm tale “Six Swans,” this story follows Princess Andaryn, also called Ryn, as she tries to rescue her family and their kingdom. An evil enchantress has changed her seven brothers into swans, and Andaryn is compelled to remain silent. Despite that restriction, she takes serious risks in an effort to save them. The book adapts a fairy-tale conflict involving enchantment, family, and a princess’s dangerous quest.All readersOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details