Kids Book Index
Jamie Ofelia
Miguel is an artist in a family that expects him to fight. When he confronts El Dragón and his village needs help, he faces a choice between following the sword-bearing example around him and drawing on his own artistic abilities. Miguel uses creativity in place of fighting as he tries to save the village. The book includes acrylic, gouache, and digital illustration, along with a Spanish glossary.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
Inside the Compost BinMelody Sumaoang PlanThis illustrated guide follows the work of a compost bin from preparing a compost mixture through curing it and putting the finished material to use. It explains the processes involved in building and tending the bin, with concrete facts about what happens inside it. The book also connects composting with effects on the surrounding environment and includes substantial back matter. Realistic illustrations accompany the step-by-step account of turning compost-bin materials into usable compost.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Secret ElephantEllan Rankin, illustrated by Ellan RankinSet during World War II and inspired by a true story, this picture book depicts the bond between a baby elephant and her keeper. When bombardment threatens, the zookeeper takes the elephant home each night to keep her safe. Their relationship is shaped by care and protection. The book includes mixed-media illustrations and back matter.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
MishkaEdward van de Vendel, Anoush ElmanNine-year-old Roya’s Afghan family has settled into a home in the Netherlands after time at a refugee center and a journey from Afghanistan. Roya asks for a pet, and Mishka, a white dwarf rabbit, joins the household. She tells Mishka about her family’s past and finds comfort in caring for him. Each relative develops a relationship with the rabbit, and the family searches the neighborhood when Mishka escapes his hutch.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details