Kids Book Index
George Ella Lyon, Benn Lyon
Trains Run! surveys rail travel over the course of a day, from trips along the tracks to nighttime returns. It introduces different kinds of trains, including steam engines and subways, and names parts such as locomotives and cabooses. This fourth entry in a transportation series uses rhythmic text and colorful digital illustrations to convey the movement, variety, and work of modern railroads.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
This Beach Is Loud!Samantha Cotterill, illustrated by Samantha CotterillA young boy wakes his father early for beach day, full of energy and eager to go. At the beach, the crowds and noise quickly become overwhelming. Sand feels unpleasant in his boots and bathing suit, covers his toy shark, and is hot underfoot; he wants to leave. His father helps him pause by taking deep breaths, squeezing Sharkie, tapping fingers, and counting to three. They continue these calming actions until he feels better. With his father’s support, the boy is able to take part in beach activities while the sounds that troubled him become more manageable.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 400LATOS Book Level 2.8On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Lizzy McTizzy and the Busy Dizzy DaySarah WeeksLizzy McTizzy is late for a birthday party and cannot find her matching blue shoe. She searches everywhere, including beneath the cat and above her on a chandelier, but grows dizzy as the party draws near. With one shoe still missing, Lizzy must decide whether she needs the pair in order to go. Rhyming text and bright digital illustrations tell the story.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
TreasureMireille MessierTwo siblings set out in a forest to search for treasure, though they have not decided precisely what they hope to find. They agree that treasure should be hidden, shiny, mysterious, and precious. Their exploration takes them over a hill, where they discover something they regard as their largest and brightest treasure. The picture book is told entirely through dialogue.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD320LOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details