Kids Book Index
Klaas Verplancke, illustrated by Klaas Verplancke
A vain and careless king is confronted by the consequences of his own behavior. Self-centered and uninformed, he is ultimately defeated by the laws he has made. This tale turns the king's ignorance and self-interest back on him, following the question of who bears responsibility when a ruler's actions bring about his downfall.
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She Caught the Light: Williamina Stevens Fleming: AstronomerKathryn LaskyThis nonfiction picture book recounts the life of astronomer Williamina Stevens Fleming. An immigrant and a woman, she encountered many barriers while studying stars, yet continued her work. The account follows her persistence to the Harvard College Observatory, where she became its first woman employee, and places her contributions in the early development of modern astronomy.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
A Walk in the WordsHudson Talbott, illustrated by Hudson TalbottThis account is told by a boy who is called a slow reader. He recalls that drawing felt natural to him, while long sentences were difficult even though individual words were manageable. When reading challenges leave him overwhelmed, he turns to art. The book follows his efforts to learn to read at his own pace and chronicles both those struggles and his escape into art.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD540LATOS Book Level 2.9On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Last Straw: Kids vs. PlasticsSusan HoodThis nonfiction book examines the damage caused by discarded plastic and asks how scientists and young people can lessen its effects on the planet. It notes that plastic is used in everyday objects, including phones, computers, toys, and utensils, while focusing on efforts to reduce environmental harm. The book centers on plastic’s widespread presence, disposal, and impact, with detailed back matter extending the subject.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details