Kids Book Index
Jan Carr
The planets prepare a birthday celebration for the Sun, who is turning 2.6 billion years old. As they orbit in party clothes, their exchanges incorporate facts about the Sun, planets, and the solar system. Bold, colorful illustrations accompany this fictional celebration, which combines planetary banter with nonfiction information about space.
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A Seat at the Table: The Nancy Pelosi StoryElisa BoxerThis picture-book biography follows Nancy Pelosi from childhood in Baltimore, where her father was mayor, to her service as Speaker of the House. It recounts how people from many backgrounds came to the family table to have their voices heard, while her mother supported her father’s public work from behind the scenes. Pelosi’s career, values, and contributions in the United States are included.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Beautifully MeNabela NoorZubi, a Bangladeshi girl looking forward to her first day of school, begins to worry about her appearance after hearing her mother call herself “too big.” During the day, Zubi notices more criticism of people’s bodies, including criticism people direct at themselves. Her response at dinner prompts her family to recognize the effect of those comments. The story follows Zubi’s confusion about body image and her family’s move toward self-acceptance.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD530LATOS Book Level 3.2On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Stitch by Stitch: Elizabeth Hobbs Keckly Sews Her Way to FreedomConnie Schofield-MorrisonThis picture-book biography tells of Elizabeth Hobbs Keckly, an enslaved woman and skilled needleworker. Born in 1818 on a Virginia plantation, she bought freedom for herself and her son. Keckly later became Mary Todd Lincoln’s dressmaker. Historical details and words from Keckly’s journals are combined with mixed-media artwork using oil paint, fabric, embroidery, and appliqué.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details