Kids Book Index
Charles R. Smith Jr
A Coretta Scott King Award winner and a Pura Belpré Illustrator Honor winner pair up for a rousing picture book biography-in-verse of legendary African American cyclist Marshall “Major” Taylor and the Six-Day Race.One hundred years ago, one of the most popular spectator sports was bicycle racing, and the man to beat was…
Kin: Rooted in HopeCarole Boston WeatherfordEvery last one, with a mind of their own and a story that ain’t yet been told. Carole and Jeffery Boston Weatherford’s ancestors are among the founders of Maryland.Fourteen and OlderOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Ancestory: The Mystery and Majesty of Ancient Cave ArtHannah SalyerComplete with extensive back matter, including a bonus double foldout gatefold, Ancestory is perfect company for pictorial nonfiction by Jason Chin and Candace Fleming.Around the world, our ancient ancestors’ mysterious art is left behind on cave walls, in rainforests, and with ink made from charcoal and crushed clay.Nine to TwelveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Make Way: The Story of Robert McCloskey, Nancy Schön, and Some Very Famous DucklingsAngela Burke KunkelA beautiful and fascinating picture book biography that follows the lives of Robert McCloskey, creator of Make Way for Ducklings, and sculptor Nancy Schön, whose famous bronze ducks grace Boston Public Garden.Nine to TwelveLexile AD820LATOS 5.2On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details