Kids Book Index
Sara Pennypacker
A year after Peter and his fox Pax last saw each other, their lives have diverged. Pax and Bristle are raising a litter in a dangerous world, while Peter, orphaned by war, joins Vola and the Water Warriors to restore damaged land. When one of Pax’s kits becomes seriously ill, Pax brings her to the human he trusts for help. Black-and-white illustrations accompany their connection.
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The Chance to FlyAli Stroker, Stacy DavidowitzThirteen-year-old wheelchair racer Nat Beacon moves with her family from California to New Jersey. There, she pursues her love of musical theater after discovering auditions for a youth community production of Wicked. Nat wants a role in her favorite musical and encounters unexpected difficulties while working toward that goal. Her new home, theater ambitions, and wheelchair racing are all part of her experience.Nine to TwelveWord Count 54321On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Being Clem (Finding Langston trilogy)Lesa Cline-RansomeIn 1940s Chicago, Clemson Thurber Jr. admires his Navy-serving father. After Clem Sr. is killed in the Port Chicago disaster, Clem tries to honor him by acting brave and improving at swimming, despite being afraid of water. He is also frightened of Lymon, a classmate who bullies new student Langston, and initially joins in. A meeting with Langston at the library reveals common ground. As Clem works toward friendship and learns to swim, his mother takes demanding work as a maid after his father’s death.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 900LATOS Book Level 4.8On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Planet Ocean: Why We All Need a Healthy OceanPatricia Newman, photographed by Annie CrawleyMore than 70 percent of Earth is covered by ocean. Divers examine local concerns in three regions: the Arctic, Southeast Asia’s Coral Triangle, and the Salish Sea of western North America. Their discussions connect these regional issues to wider effects. Color photographs accompany the exploration, and the sources include links to videos. The book considers the ocean’s condition through places and people who study it underwater.Nine to TwelveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details