Kids Book Index
Kate Hoefler
Rabbit lives in a quiet wheat field and dreams each night of leaving it. After loss, Rabbit is unsure whether he can be brave enough to take a new adventure. A motorbike becomes part of his journey as he faces the possibility of moving beyond the safety of home. The story is described as a fable about grief and acceptance, following Rabbit’s search for courage to travel into something new.
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Ants Don’t Wear Pants! (Giggle and Learn series)Kevin McCloskey, illustrated by Kevin McCloskeyTwo children investigate ants in an underground colony, learning about their anatomy and life cycle. The book looks closely at facts such as ants hearing through their legs and smelling with their antennae; some species can even explode. It takes readers from the anthill’s surface into the colony below, where ant life is presented through a fast-moving comic approach. Cartoon-style paintings on recycled grocery bags illustrate the exploration.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Dogs in SpaceVix SouthgateBelka and Strelka are stray dogs living in Moscow in 1960 when they encounter scientists preparing a space mission. The scientists send the two dogs into orbit around Earth. Their flight ends with their safe return home, making them the first animals described as completing both parts of that journey. The account includes a timeline and uses full-page dramatic illustrations to depict their trip.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Rocket Says Look Up!Nathan BryonRocket is a young girl with a strong interest in astronomy. When a rare celestial event is coming, she encourages her family and community to watch it together. Her enthusiasm draws others into observing the sky, whether the event is described as a comet sighting or meteor shower. The story centers on Rocket’s excitement about space and her effort to share it.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD770LATOS Book Level 4.9On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details