Kids Book Index
Khalil, Aya; Illustrated by Rashin Kheiriyeh
On the night before Eid, it’s finally time to make special sweet treats: Teita’s famous ka’ak. Zain eagerly unpacks the ingredients from his grandmother’s bulky suitcase: ghee from Khalo Karim, dates from Amo Girgis, and honey from Tant Tayseer—precious flavors all the way from Egypt.
The Christmassy CactusFerry, Beth; Illustrated by ATiny Cactus wishes to be noticed like the Christmas tree.Seasons and CelebrationsOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Mae and Gerty and the Matter with MatterVickers, Elaine; Illustrated by Erica SalcedoMae is fed up with her parents thinking her younger sister, Gerty, is a science genius. But as Mae learns that science is all about asking questions and trying new things, she realizes that she can be a scientist too and joins her sister to explore all types of matter.Seasons and CelebrationsOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
A Wild, Wild HanukkahGershman, Jo, and Bob Strauss; Illustrated by Jo GershmanOn the first night of Hanukkah, the door flies open and a perky polar bear walks into the house, shaking the snow from his fur.Seasons and CelebrationsOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details