Kids Book Index
Maulik Pancholy
Twelve-year-old Rahul, an Indian American boy in a small Indiana town, is trying to discover the one thing he can be best at. Along the way, he faces anxiety, bullying, friendship, and questions about his developing identity, including the possibility that he may be gay. His search for a particular talent is also tied to finding self-acceptance.
This book appears on 2 reading lists across 2 editions from 2 organizations.
ImposterCait LevinCam enters an all-male computer science class feeling intimidated but continues pursuing knowledge and experience. Her abilities earn her acceptance from some people, though not everyone responds that way. As a high school student, she works to demonstrate her engineering and coding skills both in class and on a RoboSub team while confronting gender bias.Ages 11–13Lexile Text Measure 610LFountas & Pinnell Text Level Z+On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Doughnut King (The Doughnut Fix series)Jessie JanowitzTris expects that leaving New York City for a remote place will make his life worse. Instead, he begins a doughnut business, and the move becomes more complicated as his venture develops. The story brings together baking, a young person’s business efforts, and the changes that follow a move away from the city. Spot illustrations in black and white appear throughout.Twelve to FourteenOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Adventures in Math: How to Level Up Your Math GameCarleigh Wu, illustrated by Sean SimpsonThis nonfiction guide examines common beliefs about who can do math. Through stories and practical advice, it challenges the idea that mathematical ability is something people either have from birth or lack. Instead of focusing on mastering particular concepts, the book asks readers to reconsider their attitudes toward math. It encourages curiosity, creativity, and accepting setbacks while approaching mathematical challenges.Ages 11–13Lexile Text Measure 880LOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details