Kids Book Index
Karl Newson
Mouse insists that he is a tiger, even though his friends do not believe him. His claim continues until he sees his own reflection in a pond. A real tiger also appears, adding to the mismatch between Mouse’s confident declaration and what the other animals can see. The story follows Mouse’s playful insistence and the moment of looking at himself.
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My Big Bad MonsterA. N. Kang, illustrated by A. N. KangA girl confronts a monster that represents her self-doubt and its constant negativity. New friends help her challenge it, while boisterous music becomes part of driving the monster away. The book presents self-doubt as something she can face rather than accept. Its energetic artwork accompanies this account of friendship, music, and a girl pushing back against the voice that discourages her.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Caterpillar and Bean: A First Science StorybookMartin JenkinsCaterpillar and Bean follows the growth of a bean and a caterpillar while showing how plants and insects interact. A small, hard, wrinkled brown object lodged in the ground begins the book’s attention to change and growth. The stages of development for both the bean and the caterpillar are explained through the text, with colorful mixed-media illustrations accompanying the account of these two living things.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
I Am Not a FishPeter Raymundo, illustrated by Peter RaymundoEdgar is a jellyfish who feels unlike a fish in the way he looks, acts, and feels. In an underwater support group, friendly starfish help him reconsider the importance of labels. Edgar gradually comes to enjoy being a jellyfish and to value what makes him distinct. Comic digital illustrations use speech bubbles as this group of sea creatures talks together.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 540LATOS Book Level 3.6On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details