Kids Book Index
Ximo Abadia
Farmer Paul works hard to raise his crops. When the water disappears, his plants begin to wilt, putting his work at risk. Help eventually comes from an unexpected source. Told with simple language and bold patterned illustrations, the story follows Paul’s effort to care for his fields through drought and the assistance that arrives when he needs it.
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All the Impossible ThingsLindsay LackeyRuby “Red” Byrd can make the wind rise when she feels frightened or angry. Moving through foster care and from family to family leaves her skies frequently stormy, and she struggles to control this power. Red arrives at the home of Celine and Jackson Groove, a couple who run a petting zoo with animals including a dancing donkey and a giant tortoise. The Grooves’ own unusual gifts help Red find a place with them.All readersOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Hedy Lamarr’s Double Life: Hollywood Legend and Brilliant InventorLaurie Wallmark, illustrated by Katy WuThis biography recounts Hedy Lamarr’s two paths: she became a Hollywood movie star after emigrating from Austria and was later recognized as an inventor. Colorful digital illustrations accompany the account, which also includes a timeline, references, and a filmography. It presents Lamarr as an actress whose inventive work emerged beyond her screen fame. Her career is portrayed across acting and invention.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Monster SquadJoe McGeeWolfy, Franky, and Vampyra are the children of classic monsters and members of the Junior Monster Scouts. They want to help people, make friends, and earn merit badges, but Baron Von Grump repeatedly disrupts their efforts. When Peter Piper’s kitten, Shadow, is lost in the Gloomy Forest, the Scouts try to help their new friend. Their adventures combine monster characters, good deeds, and a cranky schemer’s interference.All readersLexile Text Measure 600LATOS Book Level 3.8On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details