Kids Book Index
Elaine Vickers
Drew and Mia, two seventh graders, decide to train together for Half Moon Bay’s half-marathon. Drew begins running after his father receives an unexpected diagnosis, while Mia hopes the race can help with her family’s housing problems. Although they have different reasons for entering, the pair spend the summer preparing for 13.1 miles with hope and mutual support.
This book appears on 2 reading lists across 1 edition from 2 organizations.
Chinese Menu: The History Myths, and Legends Behind Your Favorite FoodsGrace LinOrganized like a Chinese meal, this book moves through tea, appetizers, soup, side orders, special dishes, and dessert. It explores the histories, traditions, folklore, and personal stories connected with foods of Chinese origin and Chinese American dishes. The book emphasizes that Chinese food reflects many regions and groups rather than one single tradition. It also traces how Chinese cooks in the United States adapted recipes to available ingredients and, at times, to restaurant customers’ preferences.Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 1040LATOS Book Level 7.1On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Firefly SummerMorgan Matson, maps by Celia KrampienRyanna is invited to the Poconos for the summer, where she will stay with maternal grandparents and cousins she has not met. At the family’s lakeside retreat, the visit leads to a family mystery and the uncovering of family secrets. She learns to embrace changes in her family and cope with grief. Maps and black-and-white spot art are included in the book.Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 781LATOS Book Level 5On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Finally SeenKelly YangAfter five years apart, Lina Gao travels from Beijing to California to join her family in America. She adjusts to a new school while helping with the family’s bath-bomb business as they try to cover overdue rent. Lina also searches for a sense of belonging in her new life. Along the way, she discovers the power of books and begins to raise her voice.Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 650LATOS Book Level 4.3On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details