Kids Book Index
Helena Ku Rhee
Sun-sin, a Korean boy, wants to sail around the world. With his pet turtle, Gobugi, he enters a contest to create a battleship for the king. His design draws inspiration from the turtle and wins the competition. The narrative has historical roots, which an afterword addresses, and the illustrations are made as detailed collages. The ship design becomes central to his dream of sailing the world.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
TrevorJim AverbeckTrevor is a canary who lives alone in a cage. Beyond his window, a lemon hangs from a nearby tree. Wanting company outside the limits of his cage, Trevor forms an unlikely friendship with the lemon. Their connection brings companionship to a character who has been lonely, while also making room for the sadness of losing someone important. The story centers on a bond between two very different companions.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 550LATOS Book Level 2.9On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Someone NewAnne Sibley O’Brien, illustrated by Anne Sibley O’BrienThree students try to understand classmates who have immigrated from Guatemala, South Korea, and Somalia. Told from the perspective of students welcoming newcomers, the story explores immigrant experiences as Maria, Jin, and Fatimah enter a new community. It follows the children’s efforts to understand one another, developing inclusion and friendship across their different backgrounds.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Un-Friendship Bracelet (Craftily Ever After series)Martha MakerEmily Adams and Maddie Wilson are best friends whose friendship bracelets take on a new meaning when a new student comes between them. Bella Diaz and Sam Sharma join Emily and Maddie as a group of eight-year-olds who share a love of making things. Their combined talents help them learn about friendship, and the book includes directions for creating a friendship bracelet.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details