Kids Book Index
Christy Mihaly
Alice’s mother is elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, leaving Alice disappointed at first. A tour of the U.S. Capitol then helps her learn how Congress works and why it matters. Along the way, ghosts of former leaders and a cat help explain the branches of the U.S. government. The story combines Alice’s changing response to her mother’s new role with an introduction to Congress and government.
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CagedKao Kalia YangA young Hmong girl has spent her entire life in a refugee camp shared by her parents and thousands of other families. She plays with cousins and imagines flying above the clouds and away from the camp. When the family’s papers receive approval, leaving is not simple: she is unsure about departing from the people and place she has always known. The girl shares both her hopes and the difficulties of waiting for release.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Dog That Dug for Dinosaurs: A True Story (Ready-to-Read series)Shirley Raye RedmondThis nonfiction story introduces Tray, a real dog connected with the discovery of dinosaur bones. In nineteenth-century England, 12-year-old Mary Ann Anning goes fossil hunting with her dog and uncovers dinosaur bones. The book centers on this fossil find and the dog involved in it. Muted-color illustrations accompany the account of Mary Ann and Tray’s discovery.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Overdue: The Misadventure of Bob the BookGloria KosterBob, an anthropomorphized library book, recounts his change from a longtime favorite at Wisdom Hill Elementary to a forgotten book. His newest borrower, Sebastian, does not remember him. Buried and neglected, Bob experiences a series of mishaps after his earlier years with enthusiastic borrowers. Full-color illustrations and back matter accompany his account.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details