Kids Book Index
Julia Donaldson
A mysterious and menacing voice takes over Rabbit’s burrow, claiming the home for the Giant Jumperee. Rabbit’s friends gather to help remove the creature and uncover what is really behind the frightening presence. Told through rhyme and repetition, the story combines suspense with humor as the animals work together to reclaim Rabbit’s burrow.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
My Grandpa’s ChairJiyeon Pak, illustrated by Jiyeon PakJulie’s grandfather is searching for a new chair, but every chair he tries fails to feel right. A young girl wants to help him find one he likes. The story follows their search and centers on the difficulty of replacing his old chair. It is also described as a picture book about loss and the warmth of family love.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Mouse and HippoMike Twohy, illustrated by Mike TwohyAfter Mouse falls into a lake, Hippo saves him. To thank his new friend, Mouse paints a portrait of Hippo, and Hippo returns the favor in his own way. The two animals have different physical attributes and distinct perspectives, creativity, and ingenuity as artists. Their exchange of help and artwork drives this story of an unusual new friendship.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Little Red Cat Who Ran Away and Learned His ABC’s (the Hard Way)Patrick McDonnellA little red cat runs away from home and is pursued by an alligator, bear, chicken, and dragon. The chase continues through the alphabet as the group skates on ice, swings through a jungle, crosses mountains, and encounters a unicorn. Visual clues connect the adventures to consecutive letters, with all twenty-six words collected on the final page. By the end, the pursuing animals and cat reach a friendship.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details