Kids Book Index
René Colato Laínez, illustrated by Nomar Perez
José speaks Spanish and Joe speaks English, and both boys love soccer. They are on the same team and prepare to play in a story told in English and Spanish. Their shared sport connects two players who use different languages, with details including their uniforms and readiness for the game.
This book appears on 2 reading lists across 1 edition from 2 organizations.
A Seed GrowsAntoinette PortisA sunflower’s life cycle unfolds from a small seed to a full flower and then to new seeds. The book looks beneath the soil as roots develop, follows the stalk as it emerges, and reaches a large fold-out bloom. Minimal, lyrical text accompanies textured images showing the plant at each stage. Rain, sunlight, soil, roots, petals, and seeds all have a place in the sunflower’s continuing growth.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 401LATOS Book Level 2.8On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
TOO SMALL TOLA AND THE THREE FINE GIRLSAtinuke, illustrated by Onyinye IwuTola lives in Lagos with her sister Moji, brother Dapo, and Grandmommy. Three chapter stories follow her family: Tola searches for Grandmommy’s lost earring, joins Dapo in taking over Grandmommy’s groundnut-selling work when Grandmommy is ill, and confronts envy after seeing three girls with things she wishes she had. Tola’s small size and persistence shape her responses to family problems and surprises.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 610LATOS Book Level 3.5On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
What a Shell Can TellHelen ScalesThrough questions and answers, this book explores the variety of shells found around the world and the environments where molluscs live. It invites close observation of shells’ colors, textures, and shapes, showing how these features can reveal information about both shells and the creatures inside them. Detailed illustrations support the sensory approach to sea and land shells. Back matter offers additional material for readers who want to continue learning about shells and molluscs.Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details