Kids Book Index
Laurie Ann Thompson
Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah's inspiring true story—which was turned into a film, Emmanuel's Gift, narrated by Oprah Winfrey—is nothing short of remarkable. Born in Ghana, West Africa, with one deformed leg, he was dismissed by most people—but not by his mother, who taught him to reach for his dreams.
Sona and the Wedding GameKashmira ShethExperience the magic of an Indian wedding in this story of a girl playing a fun, traditional game on her sister's wedding day.Sona's big sister is getting married and she's been given an important job to do.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Maya’s Blanket/La manta de MayaMonica BrownLittle Maya loves her manta (blanket), which was made by her abuelita. When the edges of the blanket fray from use, Abuelita helps Maya turn it into a vestido (dress).Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Fab Four Friends: The Boys Who Became the BeatlesSusanna ReichJohn, Paul, George, and Ringo worked tirelessly and coped with pain and trauma to fulfill their dream of being rock-‐and-‐roll musicians.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details