Kids Book Index
Elizabeth Brown, illustrated by Melissa Castrillón
In 1940, Portuguese diplomat Aristides de Sousa Mendes defied government orders and issued visas that allowed thousands of refugees to escape Nazi-occupied France through Portugal. The book also recounts the cost of that decision to him and his family.
The Music Inside Us: Yo-Yo Ma and His Gifts to the World (A Picture Book Biography)James Howe, illustrated by Jack WongThis picture-book biography traces Yo-Yo Ma from childhood cello prodigy to internationally known musician. It focuses on his use of music to learn from cultures, connect people, support humanitarian work, and teach younger players.The ArtsOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Valiant Vel: Vel Phillips and the Fight for Fairness and EqualityJerrianne HayslettA New York Public Library Best Book of 2025 An illustrated biography of groundbreaking civil rights activist Vel Phillips for young readers Fair housing…NonfictionOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Turtles Heading Home!Liza Ketchum, Jacqueline Briggs Martin, Phyllis RootYoung readers will learn about the rescue efforts necessary to save these endangered animals largely due to climate change.NonfictionOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details