Kids Book Index
Jane Chapman, illustrated by Jane Chapman
Miki and Amak are young otters cared for and protected by their mothers. Miki enjoys resting against her mother, who holds her paws while teaching her to swim. When the mothers go in search of food, the two pups must face a storm on their own. Their time together during the storm brings friendship into the story, alongside the care and instruction the otter mothers provide.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
A Lullaby of Summer ThingsNatalie ZiarnikAfter a beach day, a little girl and her siblings settle into their evening at home. Hanging towels, eating dinner, and preparing for bed bring back memories of playing catch with the dog, running after waves, and watching sailboats near shore. Rhyming couplets connect the day’s seaside activities with the family’s nighttime routine, supported by full-page illustrations.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD390LATOS Book Level 2.7On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Dad by My SideSoosh, illustrated by SooshIn Dad by My Side, a child recounts a close relationship with her father. His love and support give her strength. Gentle, whimsical watercolor illustrations accompany the child's account. Written by Soosh and published by Little, Brown Young Readers US, the book presents this bond through the child's own voice. Her narration makes her relationship with her father the subject of the book.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Woodrow at SeaWallace Edwards, illustrated by Wallace EdwardsIn this wordless story, a young elephant rescues a mouse and the two form a friendship. Together they endure a storm, meet sea creatures, sing, and eventually return home. Watercolor and ink illustrations carry the action as their journey unfolds at sea, giving the friendship room to develop through changing conditions and shared encounters.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details