Kids Book Index
Kyo Maclear
Flo is the littlest panda in a family that moves quickly from one activity to the next. While the other pandas try to hurry her along, Flo prefers to relax, notice the world around her, and move at her own pace. Later, her unhurried way of spending the day helps her rescue the rest of her family from disaster.
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Under the Same SkyBritta Teckentrup, illustrated by Britta TeckentrupThis book considers the emotions and dreams people share despite their differences. Its text and illustrations use page cutouts to connect those ideas, returning to the image of everyone living beneath one sky. The book brings together shared feeling, individual difference, and the common world that links people across those differences.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 290LATOS Book Level 2.2On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Big Kid BedLeslie Patricelli, illustrated by Leslie PatricelliA baby leaves the crib behind for a bed of their own. The new bed is large and soft, offering room to lie down, play, and bounce. At bedtime, Daddy tucks the child in and Mommy says good night. Although the change initially feels unfamiliar and brings some unease, the child settles into sleep. The story follows this first night with a new sleeping arrangement and the mixed feelings that come with it.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
FloatyJohn Himmelman, illustrated by John HimmelmanMr. Raisin lives alone, enjoys sewing, and prefers a quiet life. When a basket containing a puppy appears on his porch, he is especially unsettled to find that the puppy floats. Although he considers sending the animal away, he cannot bring himself to let it drift off. During their first day together, he tries to care for the puppy in improvised ways, and the two gradually become companions. Mr. Raisin names the dog Floaty. Later, when Floaty’s leash breaks during an outing, Mr. Raisin draws on his sewing skills to bring his new friend back.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD540LATOS Book Level 2.6On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details