Kids Book Index
Lisa Mantchev
A girl is given one magical wish and must decide what to ask for. As she searches for the right choice, the story focuses on making a wish for someone beyond herself. Her decision shows empathy and kindness, turning an extraordinary opportunity into a question about how to help others.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
Federico and the WolfRebecca J. GomezFederico rides to visit Abuelo with food in his bicycle basket when he encounters a hungry wolf. The wolf takes on the appearance of Federico’s grandfather, but Federico uses a spicy surprise to send it away. He and Abuelo then celebrate with salsa. This Mexican-American version of the Red Riding Hood tale includes colorful digitally altered illustrations, a salsa recipe, and a Spanish-English glossary.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD600LATOS Book Level 3.9On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Looking for SmileEllen TarlowBear discovers that happiness is not a feeling he will have all the time. When his mood changes and his smile is hard to find, a friend and a song help lift it again. The story follows Bear’s changing emotions and the support he receives, with color choices in the illustrations reflecting those feelings.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD420LATOS Book Level 2.9On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Power of One: Every Act of Kindness CountsTrudy LudwigThis book uses brief wording and illustrations to show how one person’s action can contribute to a collective result. Images of diverse children connect individual acts of kindness with their effects on a wider community. Additional material includes suggestions for planting seeds of kindness in a community, along with recommended books and websites. The book’s focus is on kindness, individual action, and the way small choices can matter alongside the actions of others.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details