Kids Book Index
Charlotte Offsay, illustrated by Abi Cushman
In a quiet forest with little to do, a mischievous mouse sets events in motion. One small action grows into a chain reaction that disturbs the animals’ peace. As the woods become anything but quiet, a bear cub and the forest’s animals work to restore order. The story features a recurring refrain and alliteration.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
ALL OF THOSE BABIESMylisa Larsen, illustrated by Stephanie LaberisAnimal babies appear alongside human babies as they begin small and grow. The book identifies names such as pufflings for young puffins, porcupettes for young porcupines, and puggles for young echidnas. Dozens of animals are illustrated by Stephanie Laberis. The babies shown range across many different kinds of animals. Together, the entries connect animal young with the changes of growing.Birth–PreschoolOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Towed by ToadJashar AwanToad is a young tow-truck driver who likes assisting others with their vehicle troubles. Although he avoids accepting assistance himself, his own truck eventually breaks down and he must be helped. The story follows this reversal for a helper who needs rescuing, alongside a ride in Toad’s tow truck. Rhyming text accompanies lively illustrations that show several kinds of vehicle problems.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD300LATOS Book Level 2.3On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
THIS IS A WINDOWLauren Paige ConradIn rhyming text, children build an imagined world from ordinary household and backyard objects. A table becomes a ship and a laundry basket becomes a dark cave as building, play, and pretending fill the day. Words and pictures reveal both the make-believe objects and what they are in everyday life. The children’s imaginative activity continues until bedtime, with collage-style artwork showing busy characters at play.Birth–PreschoolLexile Text Measure AD170LATOS Book Level 1.6On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details