Kids Book Index
Liz Garton Scanlon
A litter of wolf pups is born beneath a full moon and begins learning about the world during its first month of life. The pups explore the wild under the moon’s presence as they encounter the early experiences of being wolves. Their story follows a brief period of growth and discovery, with the nighttime landscape and the natural behavior of the young animals framing their first days.
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Nesting DollsVanessa Brantley-Newton, illustrated by Vanessa Brantley-NewtonAnyiaka is the youngest member of a Gullah Geechee family. She looks at her older sister, mother, and grandmother, noticing their beauty, listening, and artistic ability. Anyiaka also compares her own darker skin tone with those of her sister and other relatives. The story places her observations within a family tree that stretches across generations, exploring the qualities she sees in herself and the people around her.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
DorisLo Cole, illustrated by Lo ColeDoris is a shy red elephant who struggles to disappear into the crowd. Although she has long relished being in a spotlight, she dances to a rhythm that is distinctly her own. The tale asks whether Doris can welcome the qualities that set her apart and find courage in being herself. Her shyness and uniqueness shape her effort to blend in and accept herself.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD770LATOS Book Level 4.9On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Good Morning, Good NightAnita Lobel, illustrated by Anita LobelWith parents beside them, a young child explores a city in France and notices many things to compare and contrast. The outing runs from dawn to dusk, making the city a place for finding opposites. Full-page scenes in bold colors accompany the child’s discoveries as the family moves through the streets. The book presents everyday city sights as pairs to notice and consider.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details