Kids Book Index
Juana Medina
Elena is a purple elephant determined to learn to ride her bicycle. Wearing a green helmet, she sets off with encouragement from a small red bird. She slides, glides, and sometimes crashes as she keeps trying. Rhythmic, rhyming text follows her efforts on the bike, while bold illustrations accompany the action. The story centers on Elena’s persistence as she learns to ride.
This book appears on 3 reading lists across 1 edition from 3 organizations.
BigVashti HarrisonA young Black girl grows up with a big laugh, heart, and dreams. At first, being called “big” feels positive, but the word changes as people begin commenting on her body in hurtful and cruel ways. She comes to feel judged and unseen, then moves toward self-love and acceptance. The story explores the impact of language about body size and the girl’s changing view of herself.All readersLexile Text Measure 190LATOS Book Level 1.7On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
INVISIBLE THINGSAndy J. Pizza, Sophie MillerUsing imaginary invisible glasses as a starting point, this book asks what feelings, ideas, and everyday sensations might look like if they could be seen. Its examples range from an itch and a dog’s bark to the taste of a lollipop, gratitude, grit, and the mixed emotions a sad song can bring. It also considers how laughter can spread, even when it begins as a pretend laugh.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD620LATOS Book Level 4On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Everybody Has a BodyMolli Jackson EhlertThis book considers the many ways bodies can differ in appearance while emphasizing that everyone has a body. Its examples include people who are short or tall, fat or thin, hairy or bald, as well as people who use wheelchairs or have limb differences. Expressive drawings show bodies engaged in many activities, linking visible differences with what people have in common and with the things bodies can do.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD340LATOS Book Level 2.5On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details