Kids Book Index
Emma Bland Smith, illustrated by Jenn Ely
A prisoner gardens his way to freedom in this inspiring picture-book biography. When Elliott Michener was locked away in Alcatraz for counterfeiting, he was determined to defy the odds and bust out.
Polar BearCandace FlemingA mother polar bear leads her cubs on a perilous journey across the Arctic ice.Five to NineWord count 1580On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Beatrice Bly’s Rules for Spies 2: Mystery GooSue Fliess, illustrated by Beth MillsYoung spy-in-training Beatrice Bly finds herself in a sticky mess when her latest case pulls her attention away from planning for the science fair.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Katha ChestRadhiah ChowdhuryReminiscent of Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow’s Mommy’s Khimar, this beautifully woven tale about the bonds of love, culture, and memory follows a young girl learning about her family history through her grandmother’s katha chest.Asiya loves to visit Nanu’s house where she can rummage through Nanu’s katha chest filled with quilts.Five to NineLexile AD1080LATOS 7.5On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details