Kids Book Index
Polly Dunbar, illustrated by Polly Dunbar
A boy is meant to get ready for a party, but his imagination takes over while his mother tries to prepare him to leave home. The story places an everyday family moment alongside the child’s daydreams, worries, and distractions. Gentle humor and childlike artwork accompany this look at the thoughts that can arise when it is time to go out.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
I Am We: How Crows Come Together to SurviveLeslie Barnard Booth, illustrated by Alexandra FinkeldeyAs winter approaches, American crows gather in enormous nighttime roosts. This informational picture book follows their calls and movements as they assemble, explaining how many watchful birds can help detect and defend against predators such as owls and cats. By morning, the flock separates again, only to reunite at night. Back matter explores additional traits of these social, intelligent birds.Science, Technology, and the Natural WorldLexile Text Measure AD510LATOS Book Level 2.3On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
AnythingRebecca Stead, illustrated by Gracey ZhangAfter moving into a new apartment, a father brings his daughter a birthday cake to mark their beginning there and offers her three wishes. She voices wishes for things such as a rainbow and a very large slice of pizza, but keeps other wishes to herself. Over the course of the day, the child admits that she misses her former home and discovers that home is where she and her father are together.Picture BooksLexile Text Measure AD480LATOS Book Level 2.3On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
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