Kids Book Index
Beth Ferry
The Nice Dream Truck is a 32-page bedtime picture book by Beth Ferry, published by HarperCollins on March 23, 2021. It presents children’s dreams through rhyming language and energetic illustrations. The dreams include elements of adventure and imagination. Brigette Barrager is named among the book’s creators. Its bedtime setting and lyrical approach frame a playful view of what children might dream.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
The Star FestivalMoni Ritchie HadleyAt a traditional Japanese summertime folklore festival, a young girl becomes separated from her grandmother amid the celebrants. She looks for her through the crowd while the festival forms the setting for their family outing. The story is set against vividly illustrated scenes of the event and includes back matter.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD610LATOS Book Level 4On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
One DayLee JuckAfter his grandfather is gone, a boy considers the belongings left behind. He imagines where Grandpa might be, wondering whether he could be among the stars. The story stays with the grandson’s thoughts about absence and memory as he tries to understand his loss. Gentle illustrations in subdued colors accompany his reflections.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Pocket ChaoticZiggy HanaorAlexander lives in his kangaroo mother’s pouch, where the belongings around him feel crowded and disorderly. He attempts to put the contents in order, but the effort raises a larger question about whether he should leave the pouch. The book uses a kangaroo family and a pocket full of things to frame his wish for more space. Its illustrations are simple and humorous.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details