Kids Book Index
Katie Mazeika, illustrated by Katie Mazeika
Mazie begins at a new school wearing an eyepatch and head scarf. Her classmates wonder about her disability but do not ask her directly; instead, they circulate imaginative rumors about pirates and dragons. Mazie is willing to explain, but must decide whether she can tell the other children to speak with her openly about it.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
Giving Thanks with Halmoni: Celebrating Chuseok, the Korean Harvest FestivalKathleen Choi, Sook Nyul ChoiAs the moon becomes full, Su-Jin and her friends Maddy and Keisha join her Halmoni, or grandmother, in preparing for Chuseok, a Korean harvest festival. They help make traditional food, prepare gifts in colorful cloth, and play holiday games. The children also learn about gratitude, remembering ancestors, Korean Chuseok greetings, and connections between Chuseok and American Thanksgiving.Kindergarten to Second GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Remember Who You AreLeona Prince and Gabrielle Prince, illustrated by Sara GeneralThis lyrical picture book offers page-by-page affirmations about identity, respect, love, and truth. It invites children to reflect on their cultural roots, ancestors’ wisdom, personal gifts, and potential. Centering Indigenous heritage, the book presents children as connected to their communities and able to show leadership and kindness while recognizing their own strength.Kindergarten to Second GradeLexile Text Measure AD420LOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
My Home Is in My BackpackEugenia PerrellaClara and her family have had to leave their country and travel on foot. Along the way, they sometimes talk and joke, but at other times they must hide in silence. At night, Clara visits friends in a tent village and hears what each of them carries as a reminder of home. As her journey continues, Clara hopes to find a secure place where her family can finally settle.Kindergarten to Second GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details