Kids Book Index
Greg Gormley
Prince Freddie sets out to rescue a castle from a fierce dragon, then realizes he urgently needs a bathroom. Along the way he faces ogres, a distressed damsel, and a very long queue at the forest’s only bathroom. The delay leaves him confronting the dragon before he has relieved himself. The bathroom queue stands between him and the dragon. Colorful watercolor art depicts his predicament.
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Giraffe ProblemsJory JohnThis comedic picture book follows a giraffe who feels self-conscious about his neck and struggles to accept his own distinctive features. An unexpected friend helps him see those features differently. Written by Jory John, the story centers on the giraffe’s discomfort with himself and his movement toward appreciating what makes him unique.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD530LATOS Book Level 2.4On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Time for Bed, MiyukiRoxane Marie GalliezAt bedtime, Miyuki keeps finding reasons to remain awake. Her imagination sends her to water vegetables, collect snails, and get ready for a visit from the Dragonfly Queen. Her grandfather accompanies these imagined excursions and gently encourages her to sleep. The book presents Miyuki’s delaying tactics in lyrical prose, with watercolor and colored-pencil art that incorporates Japanese textile patterns.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Princess and the Pit StopTom AnglebergerA princess drives in an auto race against characters from fairy tales and nursery rhymes. After falling behind, she tries to overtake other racers, including the Tortoise and Hare, Frog Prince, and Wicked Witches. A service stop may affect her progress to the finish. Cartoon illustrations accompany this combination of royalty, racing, and familiar characters. The race includes a dash toward the finish line.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 401LATOS Book Level 2.8On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details