Kids Book Index
Mireille Messier
Two 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.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
I Want a DogJon Agee, illustrated by Jon AgeeA determined girl goes to the Copley County Animal Shelter seeking a dog. The shelter manager offers a series of substitutes, including an aardvark, lizard, goose, and weasel, but she declines every one. Their repeated exchanges create the comedy as she holds to her original request. The girl eventually leaves with an unexpected pet, after recognizing the animal that is right for her.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 550LATOS Book Level 1.9On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Hungry JimLaurel SnyderJim wakes one Tuesday feeling unlike himself. He does not want his pancakes and instead feels beastly and extremely hungry, comparing his hunger to a lion’s. The story follows this shift in Jim’s mood and appetite as he confronts the wild, hungry feeling inside him and the question of whether he can bring it under control.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD530LOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Tropical TerryJarvis, illustrated by JarvisTerry is a small blue fish who longs to join the bright tropical fish of Coral Reef City. While his friends play hiding games, Terry and his companions make a flashy costume so he can become Tropical Terry. The disguise brings unexpected consequences, leading him to reconsider what makes him special. Bright illustrations place this tale of belonging and self-worth beneath the sea.Under FiveWord Count 481On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details