Kids Book Index
Deva Fagan
Lark is an orphan who survives by stealing. When she accidentally takes a magic sword belonging to young Prince Jasper, she becomes caught in a conflict that has lasted for centuries. Lark may be the Nightingale, the figure meant to stop an ancient evil. Her heist opens a fantasy story of magic, unexpected heroes, friendship, and a struggle against a long-standing threat.
This book appears on 2 reading lists across 2 editions from 2 organizations.
Swish!: The Slam-Dunking, Alley-Ooping, High-Flying Harlem GlobetrottersSuzanne SladeThis nonfiction account traces the Harlem Globetrotters across a century and looks back to the Black high school basketball team from which they emerged. Facing racism, team members became known worldwide for both their basketball ability and theatrical play. The book includes energetic illustrations and archival photographs, along with a timeline, sources, and notes. It also highlights signature on-court feats such as spinning a ball on one finger, fast mini-dribbling, and ricochet head shots.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Rock by Rock: The Fantastical Garden of Nek ChandJennifer BradburyThis picture-book biography tells the story of self-taught artist Nek Chand. After leaving his childhood home because of the partition of India, Chand created a sculpture garden hidden in the jungle as a reminder of that home. His private art project later became a celebrated site in India. The book includes a timeline and afterword alongside the account of Chand’s garden-making.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Not All HeroesJosephine CameronAfter her little brother dies, eleven-year-old Zinnia Helinski moves across the country with her family for a fresh start. Instead, she feels as though her new life has not begun. In her new neighborhood, Zinnia forms friendships with neighbors who help other people. Those relationships help her heal after the loss, while the family adjusts to relocation and life in a new place.Nine to TwelveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details