Kids Book Index
Jessixa Bagley, illustrated by Jessixa Bagley
In a Paris inhabited by anthropomorphic dogs, Maurice plays the accordion. As the city changes, he rediscovers his musical spirit and renews his passion for the world around him. The book places music at the center of Maurice’s life in this dog-populated version of Paris. Watercolor-and-digital illustrations give the city and its musician an energetic visual form.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
Twice As Many Friends/¡El doble de amigos! (Barefoot Singalongs series)Brian AmadorThis bilingual book links speaking two languages with making friends in both languages. Its English and Spanish framing centers on friendship and communication, using the word “amigos” to describe those connections. Expressive acrylic illustrations accompany the text, and the back matter includes a song. The book presents bilingual speech as part of meeting and connecting with other people.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Something WildMolly Ruttan, illustrated by Molly RuttanHannah enjoys playing the violin when she is alone, but feels nervous about performing for listeners. Her worries lead to a series of imagined possibilities. By using her imagination, she discovers an approach that helps her face performing and gain confidence. Full-page illustrations carry the action through her concerns, music-making, and her response when others watch. Her imagined what-ifs come before she finds confidence.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Maybe a WhaleKirsten PendreighAfter her grandfather dies, a girl takes the Pacific west coast trip he had planned for her. She and her mother kayak and camp together while looking for the whales he loved. During the journey, the girl finds peace while grieving. Digital art accompanies their coastal expedition, bringing together a mother and daughter, memories of Grandpa, and a search for whales.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details