Kids Book Index
Laurel Goodluck, illustrated by Steph Littlebird
An Indigenous child reflects on the aunties who are there for everyday needs: advice, support, adventure, and encouragement. These aunties may be a parent’s sister, an older cousin, or a family friend, and they differ in age, skills, stories, and laughter. What unites them is their fierce love, protection, humor, and guidance.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
Becoming a Ballerina: The Story of Michaela Mabinty DePrinceLaura ObuobiThis nonfiction picture-book biography tells of Michaela Mabinty DePrince’s path from childhood in Sierra Leone to a career in ballet. After being adopted and moving to the United States, she finds joy and direction in dance and pursues her wish to become a professional dancer. The story also addresses the exclusion and discrimination she faces in the American ballet world because of her skin color and vitiligo before becoming a prima ballerina.Kindergarten to Second GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Maya Angelou Finds Her VoiceConnie Roop and Peter Roop, illustrated by Noa DenmonInspired by an episode from Maya Angelou's childhood, this picture book follows young Maya's connection to words, songs, stories, and poetry in a segregated world. After a traumatic assault, she stops speaking for years and shares words only with her brother. Her family worries, but the wise and patient Mrs. Flowers eventually helps Maya return to language and self-expression. The story centers on poetry, mentorship, silence, and the recovery of her voice.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Frida Kahlo's Flower Crown: A Picture BookNydia Armendia-Sánchez, illustrated by Loris LoraThis picture-book biography tells Frida Kahlo's life through Mexican flowers and plants. The flora in the book includes flowers she grew in her garden, bought in her hometown market, painted in portraits, and wore in a crown. It follows her physical challenges, Mexican heritage, and development as an artist, using flower imagery to portray hardship, survival, and growth. The result connects Kahlo's artistic voice with the plants that surrounded her.Kindergarten to Second GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details