Kids Book Index
Kari Percival, illustrated by Kari Percival
During spring rains and seasonal migrations, people help frogs, salamanders, and other amphibians get across roads on their way to summer habitat. The book follows citizen scientists who assist the animals and work with local government on a wildlife tunnel. It connects small acts of care with protecting migrating wildlife.
This book appears on 5 reading lists across 3 editions from 5 organizations.
Gabby Torres Gets a Billion Followers: A Graphic NovelAngela DominguezFourth-grader Gabby wants to create a social-media profile for her club, despite her parents’ warnings about being online. When someone leaves a cruel comment on one of the posts, Gabby becomes consumed with figuring out who the anonymous commenter might be. Her effort to promote the club turns into a struggle with online cruelty and the consequences of trying to handle the problem on her own.Grades 3–5Lexile Text Measure 490LATOS Book Level 3.5On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Will’s Race for HomeJewell Parker RhodesAfter years of sharecropping in Texas, Will and his father join the 1889 Oklahoma Land Rush, hoping to claim land of their own. Traveling with supplies in a mule-drawn wagon, they face dangerous terrain, thieves, and a snake that threatens their mule, Belle. On the journey, Will meets Caesar, a Black traveler and Union soldier who helps defend their supplies, while a Confederate soldier tracks Caesar.Fiction for ChildrenOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Faith Takes the TrainKesi Augustine, illustrated by MokshiniFaith usually rides the New York City subway with her mother. One day, while she is eating a sandwich made by her grandmother, Isaiah asks the passengers whether anyone can spare food or change. His question quiets the busy train. Faith sees that he has fallen on hard times and must decide whether she has the courage to respond with kindness. Watercolor illustrations show the bustling, diverse city around them.Picture BooksOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details