Kids Book Index
Nahoko Uehashi
In this fantasy, a young girl can communicate with and control powerful beasts. Her connection to the animals places her between their welfare and a kingdom at war, where she may be the one person able to help. As the conflict between two territories unfolds, her unusual ability draws her into dangerous plots and difficult choices involving both animals and people.
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Because of the RabbitCynthia LordEmma and her game-warden father rescue a domestic rabbit that has escaped from a home. Emma persuades her parents to let her foster the rabbit while its owner is sought. At the same time, she begins public school after years of homeschooling and worries about making friends. A group project brings her together with Jack, who enjoys books about animals but fears animals in person, as both children get to know the rabbit.Nine to TwelveWord Count 29444On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
It Rained Warm Bread: Moishe Moskowitz's Story of HopeGloria Moskowitz-Sweet, Hope Anita SmithAt thirteen, Moishe Moskowitz sees Nazi forces enter Poland, and his familiar life is torn apart. After he is separated from family members, he is compelled through forced-labor and concentration camps. Hunger, violence, and uncertainty govern daily life, while small acts of kindness help him retain hope. Hope Anita Smith tells the account in verse; it draws from the life of Gloria Moskowitz-Sweet’s father, and Lea Lyon provides its artwork.Middle ReadersOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Lalani of the Distant SeaErin Entrada KellyOn the island of Sanlagita, drought and sickness have taken hold. Every generation sends sailors to search for Isa, a magical island, but none have returned, including Lalani’s father. Girls and women are confined to labor and service despite their abilities. After an encounter with the monster of Mount Kahna brings further trouble, Lalani sets off by boat to find Isa herself. Her journey includes encounters with different beings and beasts.Nine to TwelveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details