Kids Book Index
Jane Park, illustrated by Lenny Wen
A child observes that Mom behaves differently at home and in public. At home she is warm, outgoing, and active; outside, she is quiet, reserved, and careful. As the child of a Korean immigrant watches this code-switching, the story explores the difference between these two sides of Mom and ultimately celebrates being true to oneself.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
Smiling EyesLinda Sue Park, illustrated by Lenny WenRhyming text accompanies an East Asian presenting child during a day in the city. The child notices the colors, shapes, and many uses of eyes, viewing the world with observation and wonder. Painterly illustrations include a range of people as the book celebrates difference. Its warm narrative connects eyes with everyday encounters and visual discovery.YOUNGEROn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
NightsongSally Soweol Han, illustrated by Sally Soweol HanAfter a long day in the city, Lewis and his mother are temporarily stranded when their bus breaks down on a country road. At first there seems to be nothing to do, but Lewis begins listening to the night. Beetles, insects, wind, and rustling plants create a changing chorus around him, revealing a landscape full of sounds he had not noticed before.Picture BooksOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
PapilioBen Clanton, Corey R. Tabor, and Andy Chou Musser, illustrated by Ben Clanton, Corey R. Tabor, and Andy Chou MusserA black swallowtail caterpillar moves through metamorphosis while facing the changes and setbacks of growing up. Told in three connected parts, each created in a different author-illustrator's style, the story follows her transformation, friendships, and journey toward flying. The shifting artwork gives each stage of the caterpillar's growth its own visual approach.YOUNGERLexile Text Measure AD510LATOS Book Level 2.1On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details