Kids Book Index
Jewell Parker Rhodes, Kelly McWilliams
A young Black girl experiences racial prejudice and discrimination. She seeks support from her family and community, who introduce her to stepping, a form of movement rooted in African American history. The book connects this tradition with sisterhood and presents stepping as a way for women, girls, and people from different backgrounds to make themselves heard and take pride in who they are.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
Made in Asian America: A History for Young PeopleErika Lee, Christina SoontornvatAdapted from Erika Lee’s adult book, this history traces Asians in America from centuries before the United States became a nation through recent events. It examines the experiences of Asian national and ethnic groups who immigrated to the United States and includes sidebars explaining ideas raised in the narrative. The book discusses racism and colonialism, including attitudes that shaped events in the United States and elsewhere and influenced migration and perceptions of Asian heritage in America.Historical People, Places, and EventsOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Godfather DeathSally NichollsIn this retelling of a Brothers Grimm tale, a poor fisherman searches for an honest man to become his son's godfather. At the christening, Death gives him a gift that appears capable of changing his family's fortunes. The fisherman is overcome by greed, however, and learns that Death cannot be outwitted. Júlia Sardà's illustrations accompany the atmospheric story.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Swimming into TroubleAngela AhnJulia is a swimmer looking forward to the biggest swim event of the year when an ear infection changes her plans. She is told she cannot swim, leaving her unable to get into the water just when the event is approaching. As her earache threatens her hopes, Julia tries to find a way back to the pool without creating an even stickier problem.All readersLexile Text Measure 670LATOS Book Level 4.4On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details