Kids Book Index
Melinda Beatty, illustrated by Paola Escobar
Pangolin, the queen's trusted servant, is playing on the royal swing when its ropes break and he falls. Unsure how to explain what happened, he seeks advice from his friend Badger at the stables. Badger suggests blaming the missing rope on musicians who supposedly needed it for their lutes. Pangolin must decide what account to give the queen after breaking her swing.
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Books Aren’t for EatingCarlie Sorosiak, illustrated by Manu MontoyaLeopold is a goat who owns a bookstore and knows how to match customers with books suited to their interests. One day, another goat comes in, but every title Leopold offers is eaten instead of read. Leopold must work out how to find a book that the visiting goat will enjoy without munching. The story follows this unusual bookseller’s attempt to solve a problem for a fellow goat.Librarian Favorites — K–2nd GradeWord Count 514On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
A Very Mercy ChristmasKate DiCamillo, illustrated by Chris Van DusenStella Endicott decides to go caroling during the holidays and hopes to bring friends and neighbors along. Her brother Frank resists the unplanned idea, while the Watson family is occupied with an uncertain fruitcake project. The Watsons send their pig, Mercy, out for the caroling occasion. The story brings together Stella, Frank, Mercy, and other familiar characters for a holiday celebration.Teacher Favorites — K–2nd GradeWord Count 990On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Most Haunted House in AmericaJarrett Dapier, illustrated by Lee GatlinIn late October, a group of Skeleton Drummers receives an invitation from the first lady. They are asked to bring their instruments to a Halloween gathering at the White House. The band rises from the ground, prepares to travel, and heads to the presidential home to perform. Inside the house, the celebration is accompanied by spooky surprises and unsettling chills.Librarian Favorites — K–2nd GradeWord Count 669On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details