Kids Book Index
Caela Carter
Twelve-year-old Alma wants to understand what happened when her father died, but the adults around her refuse to give her the answers she seeks. With her patient best friend beside her, Alma searches graveyards in hopes of uncovering the truth. Her questions connect her father’s death with a larger need to understand her family history and her own past.
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The Fresh New Face of GriseldaJennifer TorresSixth grader Geez faces a major change when her Latinx family loses its home amid serious financial difficulties. As the family’s circumstances shift, Geez works to contribute by developing entrepreneurial abilities. The novel follows her struggle to retain hope while relying on family and friendship during a period of housing loss and financial pressure. Her efforts are part of doing her share for the family.Nine to TwelveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Crossing on Time: Steam Engines, Fast Ships, and a Journey to the New WorldDavid Macaulay, illustrated by David MacaulayDavid Macaulay traces the development of steam-powered ocean liners, beginning with earlier Atlantic crossings that depended on wind-filled sails. The book introduces ships that held the Blue Riband for the fastest transatlantic crossing, then follows designer William Francis Gibbs as he works to create a ship capable of winning it. World War II delays that effort, but Gibbs later designs and oversees construction of the SS United States. Macaulay also recounts his 1957 childhood passage from England to the United States aboard the liner with his family.Nine to TwelveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
One-Third NerdGennifer CholdenkoLiam describes fifth grade as difficult to navigate. At home, his younger siblings each bring their own challenges, while the family’s incontinent dog and landlord create his greatest worries. The story follows Liam as he copes with school, siblings, and the sources of anxiety in his household. Black-and-white illustrations accompany the text.Nine to TwelveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details