Kids Book Index
Dianne Hofmeyr
In early Venice, Daniela, a glassmaker’s daughter, spends her days sad, bored, and unable to smile. Her father offers a glass palace as a reward to whoever can cheer her. The tale asks who might succeed in making Daniela smile, using a folkloric mode of telling. Vivid, expressive illustrations accompany this account of a father’s unusual promise and his daughter’s persistent gloom.
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From the Stars in the Sky to the Fish in the SeaKai Cheng ThomMiu Lan is born at twilight in a small blue house on a hill, when the sun and moon share the sky. A shape-shifting child, Miu Lan seeks identity and acceptance amid questions from others. The story portrays an identity that does not fit fixed boundaries and calls for challenging stereotypes while creating an inclusive environment. Saturated watercolor illustrations accompany Miu Lan’s journey.Five to NineWord Count 1060On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Road HomeKatie CottonSimple rhyming text and illustrations follow birds and woodland creatures as they travel toward their nests and burrows. Along the way, the animals face predators and other dangers in the wild. The book follows four animals seeking safety and home, presenting their journeys against the realities of survival in an unpredictable natural world. Watercolor illustrations accompany the animals' movements through their surroundings.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Hawk of the Castle: A Story of Medieval FalconryDanna SmithAt a medieval castle, a young girl accompanies her father, the castle’s falconer, as they prepare a goshawk for a training flight. She introduces the equipment used in falconry, including the glove, hood, and bells, before the bird demonstrates its hunting abilities. The fictional narrative alternates with informational and technical background about the practice of medieval falconry, with further reading and an index included.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details