Kids Book Index
Cori Doerrfeld
A small white-and-black stray dog watches a girl and her mother ride away on a bike, then loses sight of them in traffic. The dog remains hungry, scared, and alone while repeatedly following the girl through the day. At a park, she gives the dog a treat but accidentally leaves behind her teddy bear. The dog retraces their route, returns the toy at her home, and the girl asks her parents whether it can be her dog.
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HoneyDavid Ezra SteinAfter a long sleep, Bear enters his second year remembering honey and wanting to find it again. Spring arrives too early for honey, and Bear is disappointed. Other experiences redirect his attention: rain splashes his back, cool river water touches his muzzle, and fat clouds fill the sky. Seeing a bee brings honey back to mind. By then the season has changed, and Bear can finally find what he has been seeking.Picture Books for Young ChildrenOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Julián Is a MermaidJessica LoveOn a subway ride home from the pool with his abuela, Julián sees three women dressed like mermaids, with brightly colored hair and fishtail dresses. At home, he keeps thinking about what he saw and makes his own mermaid costume from a yellow curtain and fern fronds. Julián wants to become a mermaid and take part in the Coney Island Mermaid Parade.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 190LATOS Book Level 0.8On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Good Morning, Harry, Good Night, DaddyKaty Beebe, illustrated by Valeri GorbachevDuring a British family’s evening at home, Harry and Gran return for tea while Daddy begins an overnight job on a sleeper train. The story alternates between father and son: Daddy helps passengers settle in and serves tea, while Harry’s family eats, cares for Baby, and gets ready for bed. By morning, Daddy returns home as Harry starts his day. British words, phrases, and lullabies are woven into this account of a multigenerational household and night work.Picture Books for Young ChildrenOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details