Kids Book Index
Robin Stevenson
Pride Colors is a concept board book that introduces colors through the rainbow Pride flag. Rhymes pair each color with an affirming message for children, while full-page photographs show racially diverse children alone or with their LGBTQ+ parents. The book names Pride Day in its final rhyme and includes back matter explaining the day and the meanings assigned to the flag’s colors.
This book appears on 3 reading lists across 1 edition from 3 organizations.
Dancing Hands: How Teresa Carreño Played the Piano for President LincolnMargarita EngleThis picture-book biography follows Teresa Carreño, a young musician from Venezuela, as music becomes central to her life. Playing the piano lifts her spirits when she is sad and helps her share happiness; she also begins composing her own music. Her path takes her from her homeland to New York and celebrated concert halls. It culminates in a performance at the White House for President Lincoln. The book presents her early musical life through this journey as a pianist and composer.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Nya's Long Walk: A Step at a TimeLinda Sue ParkNya and her younger sister Akeer walk to collect water for their family. When Akeer becomes ill on the return journey, Nya cannot carry both her sister and a full container. She pours out half the water, carries Akeer, and focuses on reaching one nearby landmark at a time. The sisters make it back to their village, but the family must then travel to a clinic.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD530LATOS Book Level 2.9On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Pumpkin Orange, Pumpkin RoundRosanna BattigelliA family of cats visits a pumpkin patch in autumn to choose a pumpkin for Halloween. Their outing includes pumpkins that are hidden and then found as the cats prepare for the celebration. The tale is told in rhyme and follows the cats through this seasonal trip. Mixed-media illustrations accompany the cats’ pumpkin-picking adventure and their Halloween plans.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details