Kids Book Index
Cari Best
Charlie transforms an ordinary cardboard box into a fast new car and wants Mama to take its first trip. In his imagined vehicle, he drives her around town. The outing becomes an adventure, with Charlie riding inside the box as the driver. Mama receives the first ride before the pair circle town in Charlie's make-believe car. Colorful watercolor illustrations accompany this cardboard-box invention.
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The Mouse and the MoonGabriel Alborozo, illustrated by Gabriel AlborozoA small mouse lives alone in a dark, wild wood, with the moon as his only friend. Wanting to meet the moon, he follows the full moon on his way through the wood. Instead of meeting the moon directly, the mouse discovers a surprising new friend and realizes that he is not alone after all. The changing mood of the story is reflected in pen, ink, and watercolor illustrations.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Nanette’s BaguetteMo Willems, illustrated by Mo WillemsNanette takes her first solo trip to the bakery to collect a baguette. The book follows her outing and the question of whether she can bring the bread home without regret. Her first independent errand is the focus, from setting out for the bakery to carrying the baguette back. The story centers on Nanette and this particular journey to get the baguette.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD430LATOS Book Level 2.2On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
In Plain SightRichard JacksonSophie lives with her mother, father, and grandfather, who spends his days near the window. During their conversations, Grandpa asks Sophie to look for belongings he says he has misplaced. Her search leads through the details of his everyday life, creating a playful exchange between granddaughter and grandfather and connecting the experiences of two generations.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details