Kids Book Index
Karen Swann
A brown-skinned girl joins a whale on a magical journey through the ocean. During their tour, they encounter hazardous plastic pollution. The girl responds by promising to tell the world about what they have discovered. The lyrical story connects the girl's friendship with the whale to love for the surrounding natural world and concern about ocean pollution.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
Our World Is a Family: Our Community Can Change the WorldMiry Whitehill, Jennifer JacksonWhen someone new comes to the neighborhood, this picture book asks how people can help that person feel safe, loved, and important. It focuses on welcoming immigrant and refugee neighbors seeking a better life. The story presents the world as a shared home and encourages gestures of kindness, compassion, and community so newcomers know they are not alone.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Ghosts Went FloatingKim NormanA Halloween counting adventure brings together ghosts, skeletons, witches, zombies, and other spooky creatures. Its rhymes and rhythm draw on the tune of “The Ants Go Marching,” inviting the text to be read or sung. The creatures parade and dance beneath moonlit skies as numbers appear throughout the book. Playful illustrations show a colorful assortment of creepy figures making their way across the pages.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Twelve Cats of ChristmasFeather FloresIn a fresh version of a traditional Christmas carol, twelve cats make the holiday more festive through their mischievous antics. The story follows the cats’ chaos and charm as it reshapes the familiar carol into a feline Christmas celebration. Humorous, detailed mixed-media illustrations accompany the cats and their holiday behavior. The book combines a seasonal song tradition with playful cat-centered disruption.Under FiveWord Count 421On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details