Kids Book Index
Margaret Wise Brown
A little bird leaves home and flies north, south, east, and west. Her journey takes her through each of the four directions as she tries to discover which one she likes best. The story follows this first trip away from home, framing its movement around directional choices. The bird’s travels supply the central question: where will she go, and which direction will become her favorite?
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
Yoga BunnyBrian Russo, illustrated by Brian RussoOn a day set aside for yoga, Bunny practices poses and invites friends to participate. He shows the poses to them and explains why they might join him. Their exercise concludes with a chant of “om.” Watercolor, colored-pencil, and digital images depict the activity. The book describes the poses as kid-friendly, mindful, and meditative. Relaxation and unwinding are part of the practice.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Blue EthelJennifer Black Reinhardt, illustrated by Jennifer Black ReinhardtEthel is an older, large black-and-white cat who is comfortable with her familiar ways. Her settled world changes when she accidentally turns blue. The unexpected color challenges Ethel’s routine and leads her to learn about true friendship. This cat-centered story follows the contrast between Ethel’s contentment before the accident and the unfamiliar situation that follows it, using watercolor and ink illustrations to depict her transformation and the relationships around her.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 202LATOS Book Level 1.8On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
NowAntoinette PortisA girl introduces the things she loves most in the present moment. Her list ranges from digging holes and giving hugs to a falling leaf and a missing tooth. As she names these small experiences, she also shares a book with her mother. The story gathers ordinary discoveries, physical play, and affectionate moments into the girl’s own account of what matters to her now.Under FiveWord Count 139On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details