Kids Book Index
Nancy Pearson, illustrated by John Klossner
"A chapter book “about a storm, some children, and yes, a bit of magic,” Smalltown City and the Spirit of City Hall celebrates civic responsibility." ― Foreword Reviews 2026 Children's Book Council Teacher Favorites Smalltown City and the Spirit of City Hall is the first book in an early chapter series focused on civics and community engagement.
Paws, Camera, Action! Starring Bugsy: A Collection of Poems & VideosKristine Koziol-Gallop, illustrated by Surya GunawanIn this delightful "tail", follow a journey through the soulful eyes of Bugsy the dog! Included in the book are whimsical poems, beautiful illustrations and charming videos!Teacher Favorites — 3rd–5th GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
South Pole and the North Pole: Two Books in One, TheLi Rongbin, illustrated by Juliana MotzkoThe South Pole and the North Pole is a fascinating and interactive picture book that takes young readers on an exciting journey to explore the similarities and differences between the Earth's two polar regions.Teacher Favorites — 3rd–5th GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Snake in the Grass: A Fina Mendoza MysteryKitty FeldeA great book and series for CIVICS EDUCATION Pairing the allure of Washington DC, with an animal misadventure, "Snake in the Grass" is a robust series mystery novel. —FOREWORD REVIEWS Fina Mendoza is the 10-year-old daughter of a congressman who solves mysteries in the U.S.Teacher Favorites — 3rd–5th GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details