Kids Book Index
Toni Yuly, illustrated by Toni Yuly
A persimmon tree extends across the pages as it changes through the seasons. Its branch slowly produces a gift for the surrounding community. Beyond the tree, a boy and his puppy notice the day beginning, a turtle moving, wind, and other small wonders around them. Their backyard changes as life continues around them. Gentle mixed-media illustrations accompany the seasonal observations.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
Pass the BabySusanna ReichAt a meal with a large extended family, a playful, excitable baby becomes the center of attention. The family gathers at a table set with dishes, cutlery, glasses, flowers, and placemats, but the baby’s presence turns dinner lively and unruly. Family members pass the baby around as they share the feast. Detailed illustrations made with soft mixed media accompany this busy scene of food, relatives, and baby play.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Bear with meKerascoët, illustrated by KerascoëtA toddler has to leave a beloved stuffed bear at home on the first day of school. The bear is an important member of the child’s family, and the separation is difficult to manage. This nearly wordless picture book follows the toddler’s effort to cope with going to school without the well-loved toy. Its story centers on a child’s attachment to a comforting object during a new transition.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Sneak! (Slide-and-See series)Beatriz Giménez de OryA slide-and-see book asks readers to identify camouflaged animals from descriptions. Its interactive pages reveal the animals as readers move the sliders, while colorful illustrations in a folk-art-like style show the creatures and their hidden appearances. The book centers on animal camouflage, guessing, and discovery through its changing pages.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details