Kids Book Index
Mike Twohy, illustrated by Mike Twohy
After Mouse falls into a lake, Hippo saves him. To thank his new friend, Mouse paints a portrait of Hippo, and Hippo returns the favor in his own way. The two animals have different physical attributes and distinct perspectives, creativity, and ingenuity as artists. Their exchange of help and artwork drives this story of an unusual new friendship.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
Opposite SurpriseAgnese Baruzzi, illustrated by Agnese BaruzziThis interactive board book uses pull-flaps to reveal opposites. A familiar expectation, such as a hot sun, can change when the flap is opened to show a contrasting surprise. The pairs include one and many, and closed and open. Each spread combines bold text with colorful cartoon-style illustrations and a flap-based reveal.Under FiveLexile Text Measure BR10LATOS Book Level 0.1On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Jabari JumpsGaia CornwallJabari has finished swimming lessons, passed his swim test, and believes he is ready for the diving board. Watching other children jump seems easy, but at the ladder he hesitates and comes back down. With his father beside him, Jabari acknowledges that he feels scared, rests, takes a deep breath, and decides to try again. The story follows his anticipation and determination as he prepares to make the jump.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD490LATOS Book Level 2.3On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Mouse Is SmallMary Murphy, illustrated by Mary MurphyMouse is small, while Tortoise is bigger. Pelican is larger than Tortoise, and Zebra is larger still. Through these animals, the book considers relative size and asks which one makes the biggest impact. The interactive story uses a sequence of animals to explore little and large, ending with a question about the biggest one.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details