Even more kids books to keep you reading through the summer because you can never have too many!
Hi, Koo!
by Jon J. Muth
J 811.54 MUT
An exuberant journey through the alphabet with panda bear, Koo.
Telephone
by Mac Barnett
E BAR
Clever page turns, hilarious details, and delightful wordplay abound in the bird world’s version of the classic game of telephone.
My Teacher is a Monster! (No, I am Not)
by Peter Brown
E BRO
Bobby thinks his teacher is the worst. . . that is until he accidentally meets her in the park.
The Pigeon Needs a Bath!
by Mo Willems
E WIL
Pigeon returns- – this time he needs a bath but has other things to do. When he is finally convinced, he won’t get out of the tub!
The Witch’s Boy
by Kelly Barnhill
J BAR
Following the adventures of new friends Ned and Aine in this imaginative tale of tricky magic. A complex journey about finding your voice.
Absolutely Almost
by Lisa Graff
J GRA
In this relatable tale, fifth grader Albie is not very good at a lot of things, but with a little help from a new babysitter, he finds out that being himself is the most important thing.
Half a Chance
by Cynthia Lord
J LOR
A young girl struggles to determine her place when her family moves to a new community. An authentic story of friendship, loss, and self-identity told through the lens of her interest in photography.
Rain Reign
by Ann M. Martin
J MAR
Rose’s obsession with homophones and rules distinguishes her from most other fifth graders, but also provides insights into the world of a child challenged by Asperger’s Syndrome.
-Nancy