Kids Book Index
Linda Sue Park
In this picture book companion to the beloved bestseller A Long Walk to Water, a young South Sudanese girl goes on a journey that requires determination, persistence, and compassion.Young Nya takes little sister Akeer along on the two-hour walk to fetch water for the family.
Soldier for Equality: José de la Luz Sáenz and the Great WarDuncan TonatiuhJosé de la Luz Sáenz (Luz) was born in the United States, and often faced prejudice because of his Mexican heritage. When World War I broke out, Luz joined the army, however, he found that prejudice followed him even to war.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Paper Son: The Inspiring Story of Tyrus Wong, Immigrant and ArtistJulie LeungWinner of the American Library Association's 2021 Asian/Pacific American Award for Best Picture Book! An inspiring picture-book biography of animator Tyrus Wong, the Chinese American immigrant responsible for bringing Disney's Bambi to life.The ArtsOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Octopus Stewwritten and illustrated by Eric VelasquezCan Ramsey save her with art and wit?Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details