Kids Book Index
Matthew Cordell, illustrated by Matthew Cordell
Janie is fascinated by owls: she draws them, dreams about them, watches programs, reads, and keeps a journal of owl pictures and facts. Although early searches with her mother do not succeed, a teacher who shares her interest identifies a place where great horned owls nest. Janie and her mother go there after school to continue the search.
This book appears on 4 reading lists across 1 edition from 4 organizations.
Cat NapBrian Lies, illustrated by Brian LiesOne late afternoon, a kitten dozes beside a girl reading on a couch. When the kitten spots a mouse, it leaps through a framed Metropolitan Museum of Art poster and begins a chase through art history. The fantastical journey moves through works recreated from the museum’s collection. The story follows the cat and mouse across art, time, and history, leaving open whether the adventure is a dream.Picture BooksWord Count 424On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
I Am We: How Crows Come Together to SurviveLeslie Barnard Booth, illustrated by Alexandra FinkeldeyAs winter approaches, American crows gather in enormous nighttime roosts. This informational picture book follows their calls and movements as they assemble, explaining how many watchful birds can help detect and defend against predators such as owls and cats. By morning, the flock separates again, only to reunite at night. Back matter explores additional traits of these social, intelligent birds.Science, Technology, and the Natural WorldLexile Text Measure AD510LATOS Book Level 2.3On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Welcome to Our Playground: A Celebration of Games Children Play EverywhereMoira Butterfield, illustrated by Harriet LynasThis nonfiction picture book explores games, toys, and play spaces used by children in different parts of the world. Its activities are arranged by type, including sections for catching and kicking and for drawing on the ground. Playgrounds, fields, and beaches all appear as places where children play, offering a broad look at playtime across cultures.Grades K–2On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details