Kids Book Index
J. E. Morris
Flubby is a very lazy cat whose bond with an owner becomes clear during a frightening moment. Although Flubby is not portrayed as an especially active pet, the cat can offer comfort and kindness when they matter most. The story centers on the relationship between this laid-back cat and its owner, showing Flubby’s caring side in a difficult situation.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
How to Read a BookKwame AlexanderA poem presents reading as an experience to savor, using the image of peeling and eating a clementine. It treats books as places for refuge and discovery, inviting readers to linger over words rather than hurry. Hand-lettered text is integrated with mixed-media artwork, old-book snippets, covers, and foldout elements that make turning through the pages part of the reading experience.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD770LATOS Book Level 2.8On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Bell RangJames E. RansomeA young girl’s life in the enslaved American South is organized by the bell that begins each day of labor. The routine changes when her older brother escapes with two friends, leaving the family behind. Told from the perspective of those who remain, the story holds the girl’s fear and hope as she faces the consequences of his departure.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 360LATOS Book Level 1.8On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Grandpa's Top ThreesWendy MeddourHenry loves talking with his grandfather, but Grandpa has stopped listening as he grieves. Henry turns to Grandpa’s favorite game, Top Three, to reach him. Through the game, the boy encourages his grandfather to reconnect with the world around him. Their shared activity becomes a way for Henry and Grandpa to remain in conversation while Grandpa is mourning. The story focuses on their relationship, a child’s response to an older family member’s sorrow, and the role of a familiar game in that response.Younger ReadersOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details