Kids Book Index
Mac Barnett, illustrated by Carson Ellis
Mac Barnett retells the fairy tale of a miller’s daughter ordered to turn straw into gold. Faced with that demand, she makes an agreement with a strange trickster who can help her. This picture-book version centers on the bargain between the girl and the mysterious helper, with a witty approach to the classic story.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
Mama CarLucy Catchpole, illustrated by Karen GeorgeA child calls their mother’s wheelchair the “Mama Car” and describes it as a familiar, comforting part of everyday life. Together they take small expeditions around the house and larger trips to the park. The wheelchair can be folded and brought along when a vehicle is needed, and the child helps clear small toys from its path and decorate its wheels. It also becomes a cozy place for the child to sit on their mother’s lap.Grades K–2On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Over and Under the Coral ReefKate Messner, illustrated by Christopher Silas NealThis nonfiction picture book explores a Caribbean coral reef and the animals that live above the water, on the reef, and beneath it. It includes an author’s note and back matter about the featured animals, along with further-reading resources and websites. The book is part of Kate Messner’s Over and Under series.Grades K–2ATOS Book Level 4.2AR Interest Level LG K-3On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Nani and the LionAlicia D. Williams, illustrated by Anna CunhaNani is a young drummer in a village where a lion has forbidden noise. Determined to bring back joy, she faces the ruler with courage, music, and quick thinking. In the quiet village, Nani plays for the ornery lion until he dances himself out. Her drumming changes the tense encounter and returns sound to the community.Grades K–2On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details