Kids Book Index
Ziggy Hanaor
Alexander 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.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
Ducks on the Road: A Counting AdventureAnita Lobel, illustrated by Anita LobelTen baby ducks walk behind their mother and father on a country outing. As they travel, the ducklings become distracted by new animal friends they encounter. The book counts the ducks from one through ten while also introducing the other animals on the walk. Gouache and colored-pencil artwork depicts the family’s cheerful journey. The format invites participation as the ducks and their companions appear.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Me I Choose to BeNatasha Anastasia TarpleyThis book uses creatively altered photographic images of Black children as they explore their potential. It focuses on possibility, self-discovery, and empowerment, presenting children as they consider what they may become and the paths open to them. The visual approach centers Black children while the book’s subject is their boundless potential.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Rice in the Pot Goes Round and RoundWendy Wan-Long ShangA multigenerational family gathers around a meal of traditional Chinese foods, sharing laughter and affection. The text uses recurring lines adapted from an American folk tune. At the table, family members eat foods including noodles and tofu and use chopsticks. A glossary supplies Chinese characters and information about the foods, and additional material addresses dining etiquette. Animated color illustrations accompany the meal.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details