Kids Book Index
Chitra Soundar
Night has come to the Indian forest, but its baby animals are unable to sleep. Wind, thunder, and rain make them uneasy. Mama Elephant comforts the young animals with hugs and reassuring words, telling them they will be safe as they rest. Set beneath the moon and stars, the story follows her efforts to soothe the forest animals through a stormy bedtime and help them settle down.
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Farmer Falgu Goes to the MarketChitra SoundarFarmer Falgu loads eggs, onions, and tomatoes onto his cart for a trip to market. The ride along a rickety road brings unexpected difficulties and upends his plan. As problems arise on the way, Falgu must work out how to get himself out of the trouble surrounding the journey. The destination remains the market, where he intends to sell his produce.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Farmer Falgu Goes to the Kumbh MelaChitra SoundarFarmer Falgu travels to the Kumbh Mela, a large festival in Allahabad, India. There is much to see at the gathering, but Falgu repeatedly does not get what he wants. Along the way, the kindhearted farmer keeps stopping to lend a hand. The story follows his festival journey through a vibrant Indian city, with deeply colored digital illustrations and back matter.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
1 Grumpy Bruce: A Counting Book (Mother Bruce series)Ryan T. Higgins, illustrated by Ryan T. HigginsBruce the bear contends with a household that grows increasingly crowded as party guests arrive. The book follows the accumulating visitors through a counting sequence, while frolicking animals test whether anything can shift Bruce’s grumpy mood. Colorful mixed-media illustrations accompany this board-book story of a bear, a busy home, and guests who keep appearing.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details