Kids Book Index
Jarett Keene, illustrated by Ricardo Gualberto
They've been called the Greatest Generation, and now their stories are being passed on to kids in this new group biography.
What Happened on Thursday?: A Nigerian Civil War StoryAyo OyekuHonor Book for the Children’s Africana Book Award A Notable Social Studies Trade Book A Bank Street College Best Book of the Year A Children’s Book Council Teacher and Librarian Favorite A powerful story of family love amid the backdrop of war, as seen through the eyes of a child.The Nigerian Civil…Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Abzuglutely!: Battling, Bellowing Bella AbzugSarah Aronson2025 NCSS-CBC Notable Social Studies Book Winner"As long as people are reading this book, Bella will be with us still." —Gloria SteinemMeet unique and outspoken Bella Abzug, the iconic Jewish politician and activist who fought for justice and women’s rights, in this compelling picture book biography.Battling Bella Abzug was born bellowing!Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Pedal, Balance, SteerVivian Kirkfield, illustrated by Alison Jay2025 NCSS-CBC Notable Social Studies Book WinnerAnnie Londonderry proves women can do anything they set their minds to—even cycle around the world—in this nonfiction picture book for cycling enthusiasts, budding travelers, and anyone who dreams of reaching a difficult goal.In the 1890s, times were tough, and opportunities for women were few and…Third to Fifth GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details