Kids Book Index
Martin Jenkins, illustrated by Jane McGuinness
Discover some of the brilliant ways animals disguise themselves in this engaging introduction for young children from a conservation biologist. Some animals hide in the sand, like the desert lizard, whose scales can resemble pebbles and stones.
Old Enough to Make a Difference: Be inspired by real-life children building a more sustainable futureRebecca Hui, illustrated by Anneli BrayIn social entrepreneur Rebecca Hui’s Old Enough to Make a Difference , meet 12 enterprising and inspiring kids from around the world who have started businesses to help people and the planet, featuring full-color illustrations by Anneli Bray.Winning TitlesOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Shining Star: Vera Rubin Discovers Dark MatterSuzanne Slade, illustrated by Susan ReaganPioneering astronomer Vera Rubin discovers dark matter—the mysterious substance that makes up most of the universe—while confronting sexism, and paves the way for future women scientists in this engaging STEM/STEAM picture book biography.Winning TitlesOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Her Eyes on the Stars: Maria Mitchell, AstronomerLaurie Wallmark, illustrated by Liz WongMaria Mitchell’s curiosity about the night sky led her to spend hours studying the stars. She discovered a comet as a young woman, winning an award from the King of Denmark for being the first person to discover a new comet using a telescope.Winning TitlesOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details