Kids Book Index
Caitlin McDonagh, illustrated by Caitlin McDonagh
This alphabet picture book presents a broad range of gender-neutral careers from A through Z. Each letter introduces an occupation, including archaeologist for A, upholsterer for U, and Zumba instructor for Z. The book’s illustrations show children among the work they may imagine themselves doing. An author’s note follows the alphabetical tour of jobs.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
ImagineJuan Felipe Herrera, illustrated by Lauren CastilloA buoyant, breathtaking poem from Juan Felipe Herrera — brilliantly illustrated by Caldecott Honoree Lauren Castillo — speaks to every dreaming heart.Have you ever imagined what you might be when you grow up?Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Perfectly NormanTom Percival, illustrated by Tom PercivalNorman has always considered himself ordinary until he grows a pair of wings. Afraid that his difference will be noticed, he tries to keep the wings hidden from his parents and peers. The story follows his struggle to accept this unexpected part of himself. It centers on being different, self-acceptance, and the idea that no single standard defines what is normal.SELF-IDENTITYLexile Text Measure AD610LATOS Book Level 4On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
For Every OneJason ReynoldsA 2018 book of poetry by Jason Reynolds, this collection addresses children who have dreams of becoming more than they are and attempting more than they may dare to imagine. It also acknowledges the difficulty of pursuing those hopes: the speaker does not claim to know how dreams become real and describes struggling toward his own. The book is rooted in dreams, aspiration, and the uncertainty that can accompany them.Fourteen and OlderOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details