Kids Book Index
Lindsay Bonilla
After his brother Matty dies, a boy experiences his grief as a black hole that seems to follow him through daily life. He recognizes it in the empty bottom bunk and at the dinner table. Eventually he enters the hole to face sadness, anger, and how much he misses his brother. Speaking with a friend about Matty brings comfort and memories.
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Night WalkJason Cockcroft, illustrated by Jason CockcroftBefore sunrise, a boy and his grandfather set out along a route that Grandma loved, hoping to find the place she cherished most. Their walk passes woods with moths, a stream where frogs and trout move, and a hollow sheltering a deer and fawn. At last they look across the water as daylight arrives. The outing gives the boy and his grandfather a place to remember Grandma together.Picture Books for Young ChildrenOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Other Side of the RocksNahid KazemiFroggy has always known the pond where frogs and fish live. Prompted by a thoughtful fish, she ventures past the rocks into unfamiliar territory. Along the way, she meets creatures unlike those at home and encounters others that feel more familiar. After spending time learning from them, Froggy feels drawn back to her pond. She returns with a changed understanding of the world beyond it. The story draws inspiration from the writings of the Persian poet Rumi.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Invisible ParadeLeigh Bardugo, illustrated by John PicacioOn Día de Muertos, Cala is grieving her grandfather’s death when she encounters a magical parade and mysterious riders. Her journey brings her from sadness toward accepting that death is part of life. Family memories, love, and courage shape this picture-book story, whose illustrations move from a monochrome emotional landscape into bright jewel tones.Five to NineATOS Book Level 3.9AR Interest Level LG K–3On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details