Kids Book Index
Katya Balen
Frank is ten and finds it difficult to respond to the needs of Max, his younger autistic brother. He spends time playing soccer, programming, cycling, and being with friends. After a tragedy affects the family, Frank works toward understanding how they might become whole again. His relationship with Max changes as he confronts both his brother’s needs and the family’s loss.
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The Boy at the Back of the ClassOnjali Q. RaúfA refugee named Ahmet joins a British primary-school class. Four nine-year-old classmates learn that he is Syrian and make plans to reunite him with his parents. The novel follows the children’s efforts as a group, and includes pencil sketches. Its back matter addresses refugees and relief organizations, extending the book’s attention to Ahmet’s circumstances and the wider issue of displacement.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 940LATOS Book Level 5.4On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
AlliesAlan GratzSet on D-Day during World War II, this novel follows people experiencing the Allied invasion of German-occupied France. Dee, a young American soldier, approaches the French coast by boat with his fellow soldiers, frightened by what lies ahead. In France, Samira works as a spy attempting to disrupt the German army. Other viewpoints include an American soldier whose family escaped Germany and French civilians living through the invasion.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 870LATOS Book Level 5.6On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Story of Olympic Swimmer Duke KahanamokuEllie CroweThis biography follows Duke Kahanamoku, born in Hawaii in 1890, as he becomes a celebrated surfer and swimmer. It covers his Olympic gold medals and world records while also addressing the discrimination he faced. Black-and-white illustrations accompany the account, which includes a timeline, bibliography, and sources. The book connects Kahanamoku’s athletic achievements with his life in Hawaii and the barriers he encountered.Nine to TwelveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details