Kids Book Index
Sylvain Alzial
A scholar who has learned from books discovers that his knowledge of tigers is incomplete. After reading an encyclopedia, he recognizes how little he actually knows and travels to India to study the animals. Meeting a real tiger reveals the limits of learning gained only from books. The tale combines detailed tiger information with graphic illustrations and a moral lesson.
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Frankie Sparks, Third-Grade Inventor series • Frankie Sparks and the Class Pet • Frankie Sparks and the Talent Show TrickMegan Frazier BlakemoreFrankie Sparks is a third grader who draws on science, mathematics, and inventiveness to handle problems in school and everyday life. In one classroom challenge, her class must choose a pet that can fit in an aquarium, cost under fifty dollars, travel easily, and stay alone for a weekend. Frankie thinks a rat would meet the requirements, but her friend Maya prefers a hermit crab. The series follows Frankie as she applies her ideas to problems affecting both friends and classmates.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 670LOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Chickens Are ComingBarbara Samuels, illustrated by Barbara SamuelsCity siblings Winston and Sophie bring chickens to their urban backyard after seeing a sign that the birds need a home. Their mother explains that chickens can be raised outside the country, and the family prepares a coop before the birds arrive. The children hope for pets that lay eggs, but the chickens resist both plans at first. Raising the birds becomes a challenge that eventually brings fresh eggs.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Papa Put a Man on the MoonKristy DempseyMarthanne and her father look over their mill village while the moon shines above them. Marthanne hopes people will someday walk on the moon and understands that her father’s factory work contributes to that goal. He weaves fabric used as a layer in astronauts’ spacesuits, though he sees himself as simply earning a living. Marthanne recognizes his work as part of the space mission and feels proud of it.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details