Kids Book Index
Margarita Engle
This portrait introduces the artist and naturalist Louis Fuertes, described as the father of modern bird art. His life and work are presented through free verse and rhyme, with watercolor illustrations. A historical note provides additional context, while the book connects Fuertes’s artistic practice to his study and depiction of birds in art.
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Drum Dream Girl: How One Girl’s Courage Changed MusicMargarita EngleIn 1930s Cuba, Millo Castro Zaldarriaga dreams of playing drums even though girls are not permitted to learn the instrument. Her father initially refuses to let her join her sisters’ band. Unable to set aside the rhythms she hears, Millo eventually receives instruction from a teacher who recognizes her ability. Inspired by a real musician, this poetic picture-book narrative traces her challenge to rules about who may drum.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Orangutanka: A Story in PoemsMargarita EngleOrangutanka: A Story in Poems follows a young orangutan in a wildlife preserve. While the other orangutans settle down for an afternoon nap, she wants to dance. Her lively movements form the center of this story, which is written in the Japanese tanka poetic form. Colorful illustrations accompany the poems, and the book includes back matter.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Story of Diva and FleaMo WillemsA timid, cosseted dog meets an adventurous stray cat, beginning an unlikely friendship between two very different animals. Their meeting changes both of their lives for the better and leads to adventures. The story brings together the dog’s sheltered life and the cat’s life as a stray. Written by Mo Willems and illustrated by Tony DiTerlizzi, it uses colorful, expressive pen-and-ink illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure NC750LATOS Book Level 4.8On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details