Kids Book Index
Jake Wyatt
On an imagined Chinese archipelago, Li-Zhen has magical abilities and takes three coins from a wishing well. The well’s punishment requires her to fulfill the wishes connected to those coins. Her quest to undo the consequences of the theft unfolds as a fantasy adventure, illustrated with dramatic Chinese motifs. The story centers on magic, wishes, and the responsibility that follows her choice.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
Operation Do-OverGordon KormanMason and Ty were best friends until both developed crushes on Ava, leaving the boys estranged. After an accident, seventeen-year-old Mason wakes up in his twelve-year-old body and has the chance to alter what happened. He tries to change the past in hopes of repairing the friendship he lost with Ty. The story combines a fractured friendship, romantic feelings, and an unexpected opportunity to rewrite personal history.Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 811LATOS Book Level 5.2On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Rain RisingCourtne ComrieThirteen-year-old Rain relies on her older brother, Xavier, for joy while living with sadness, fears about the future, and painful feelings about her appearance. After Xavier is severely attacked by a group of white fraternity members, Rain’s distress intensifies; she struggles at school and uses self-harm to cope. When Xavier returns home with PTSD, Rain begins receiving support from a teacher, a group, therapy, and family conversations.Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 549LATOS Book Level 3.6On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Wind Rises (Alma Series)Timothée de FombelleSet in 1786, the narrative moves among Europe, Africa, and the Caribbean. A young African girl’s life becomes entwined with that of a young European stowaway on a ship carrying enslaved people. Finely detailed black-and-white illustrations accompany the narrative. This is the first installment in the Alma trilogy. Its concerns include hope, perseverance, and love. Across these regions, the two young people’s lives intersect in 1786.Twelve to FourteenOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details