Kids Book Index
Liz Garton Scanlon
A girl hikes with her family along a long, hot trail that descends to the bottom of the Grand Canyon. The child takes in broad views, clouds moving across the sky, lizards, and nearly hidden petroglyphs. Rhymed text and linoleum-block illustrations accompany a first visit to this natural wonder. The trip leaves the family with memories to take home.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
Two Is EnoughJanna MatthiesA pair finds that being together gives their small family room for joy, love, comfort, support, and celebration. Their shared experiences include playing in snow, taking a rainy-day ride, having double-scoop treats, and landing in leaves. The book presents these ordinary activities and occasions as memories made by two people, emphasizing the affection and care they offer each other across changing weather and playful outings.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Little TreeLoren Long, illustrated by Loren LongA young tree holds tightly to its leaves while the other trees let theirs fall. The tree fears the change and wonders what it would be without its leaves. As the seasons move forward, it confronts the cycle of life and the prospect of growing by letting go. Acrylic, ink, and pencil illustrations accompany the tree’s struggle with change and its place in the seasonal world.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 520LATOS Book Level 2.5On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Is Mommy?Victoria ChangA toddler considers many sides of Mommy, asking whether she is fun or dull, kind or mean. Mommy works hard and is not always organized or neat, so the questions push against an idealized picture of her. Playful responses follow these contrasts as the book asks whether a toddler’s love for Mommy remains. Colorful tempera illustrations accompany the family-focused story. The questions move through contrasting descriptions of a mother here.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details