Kids Book Index
Javaka Steptoe, illustrated by Javaka Steptoe
This board book marks the arrival of a new baby through feelings of joy, hope, and pride. Its message looks ahead to the baby’s dreams and future possibilities. Bold illustrations accompany this celebration of a family’s new child. The book’s focus remains on the emotions surrounding a baby’s arrival and the aspirations expressed for that child.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
Dog Says, Cat SaysMarilyn SingerA dog and cat who live with the same humans take turns narrating their day. From morning through night, the two pets reveal contrasting feline and canine ways of responding to everyday life. Their alternating voices are written in rhyming couplets, placing their different natures side by side. The story centers on the shared household and the amusing contrast between its dog and cat narrators.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Sometimes I Grumblesquinch (Big Feelings series)Rachel VailKatie Honors is a child who keeps her less appealing feelings buried inside, describing this as “grumblesquinching.” The pressure to do everything just right builds until she erupts in frustration. Her story explores the scariness of big emotions and reaches the understanding that she remains lovable whatever she feels. Colored-pencil artwork and back matter accompany the narrative.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Take off Your Brave: The World through the Eyes of a Preschool PoetNadimFour-year-old Nadim shares poetic observations of the world, inspired by his mother and shaped with contributions from his sister and school. His words imagine glitter and magical boxes alongside cuddles with Mom. School can carry the scents of flowers, honey, and dirty socks; Wednesdays have their own color; and sea fish make a hushed sound. Expressive mixed-media illustrations accompany these vivid musings.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details