Kids Book Index
Elizabeth Laird
Amir is frightened by the thought of a small monster under his bed. He imagines what it might do and wonders whether it has parents of its own. His father helps calm these fears about the creature in Amir’s room. Based on a tale associated with the Persian poet Rumi, the story uses the imagined monster to explore a child’s nighttime worries and the reassurance offered by a parent.
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Grandpa’s Stories: A Book of RememberingJoseph CoelhoAfter her grandfather dies, a young girl uses a blank book he gave her to write and draw about him. Her memories include a year spent together: exploring fields and parks in spring and repairing old toys in summer. The book becomes a place to preserve the experiences she shared with her beloved grandpa and to remember him after he is gone. Whimsical illustrations accompany the girl’s recollections, her changing seasons with him, and her act of recording their relationship in words and pictures.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Back to School: A Global JourneyMaya Ajmera, John D. IvankoUsing concise text and color photographs, this book describes school experiences of children in many countries. It invites readers to look at learning from the viewpoint of children around the world, placing them in an imagined front-row seat. A map and back matter accompany the photographs and text, adding geographic context to the varied school settings and experiences presented.Five to NineWord Count 699On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Hair LoveMatthew A. CherryZuri has tightly curled hair and is getting ready for a special day. Her father tries to create the styles she usually wears, but his early attempts do not meet Zuri’s expectations. After frustration and tears, they turn to an online video tutorial. With the right tools and careful attention to the directions, they make puff buns in time to welcome Zuri’s mother home. Her mother, who normally styles Zuri’s hair, sees both the finished style and the persistence behind it. The story focuses on a father and daughter working together around Zuri’s hair.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD480LATOS Book Level 2.1On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details