Kids Book Index
Alison Hughes
A novel in free verse about a middle schooler who discovers he’s not the only one grappling with the imperfections of the world.In this powerful novel in free verse, Felix Landon Yarrow (F.L.Y., or “Fly”), a fourteen-year-old boy with cerebral palsy, is captivated by the noble, chivalrous ideals of knighthood.
The Moon Is Going to Addy’s HouseIda PearleAnd through the long drive, the moon seems to be following them closely—Addy’s faithful guardian and friend. The comforting sense that the moon is your own personal companion is universal to childhood, and Ida Pearle has depicted it beautifully through her lyrical text and soft, sleepy cut-paper collage illustrations.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Small Wonders: Jean-‐Henri Fabre & His World of InsectsMatthew Clark Smith978-‐1-‐4778-‐2632-‐4 Admired by Darwin, this little-‐known naturalist observed insects in the wild, made important discoveries, and published more than 200 works.Under FiveOn one of the same reading listsView book details
Fright Clubwritten and illustrated by Ethan LongMonsters face off against cute critters to see who’s truly the scariest.Under FiveLexile 480LATOS 3.2On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details