Jon Brokenbrow
1) Child's play
Author
Pub. Date
[2019]
Lexile measure
AD 710L
Language
English
Description
Danny loves music, Molly loves painting, and Marcus loves writing. And they all love playing together. But there's something worrying them: they'll soon be moving to a new house. "Child's play" is a tale of love, dedicated to creativity, to change, and to all of the children who have had to leave their home countries in search of a brighter future.
Author
Pub. Date
[2017]
Lexile measure
770L
Language
English
Description
Chirpy Charlie watches his owner brush her teeth every day. He's heard over and over again how important it is to keep his teeth clean, and he wants to do the same. He tries to brush them in every possible way, but there's a big problem: he's a bird! Oral hygiene is something that has to be taught from an early age, but it isn't always easy. The delightful pictures by Sonja Wimmer illustrating this humorous tale by Marta Zafrilla will help teach children...
Author
Pub. Date
[2022]
Lexile measure
AD 480L
Language
English
Description
Today I am sad. I am so sad that I'm going to draw a picture of my eternal sadness, but I end up drawing a huge giant having a good laugh. I am so sad I could form an entire new ocean with my tears, a vast sea that I would sail on with a boat. I could even become a pirate in my sea of tears--It would be so much fun! However, this is not enough. I am way more sad. I have to come across something that proves that I am very, extremely, deeply sad. Let...
Author
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Rodrigo has lost his family home due to a devastating tornado. He almost gives up. But then, he remembers his father's words of encouragement and finds the strength to build a new life. He slowly developed the confidence to build a new life and bring hope to lonesome, vulnerable and homeless people.
Author
Pub. Date
[2019]
Lexile measure
AD 660L
Language
English
Description
Mohesiwä's wishes take shape in the jungle where he lives and plays. Amunet smiles as she thinks about her future. Juana daydreams when she cleans car windshields and, on the other side of the world, Anja and her brother Tovo search amongst mounds of trash, without ever losing sight of their dreams. The boys and girls in these short stories fly their kites and dream of a better world. Grab on to its string and join them as you fly away with the Kite...
Author
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
AD 630L
Language
English
Description
"Vega and her friend Alex wonder why the pencil in the box is called 'skin color' when it doesn't match either of them. This question leads them on a beautiful journey of exploring the diverse array of skin colors they see in the world. Together, they discover how to bring all of them into their art."--
Author
Pub. Date
[2017]
Lexile measure
AD 820L
Language
English
Description
There are places that remind us of happy moments. Zoe, a little girl who has to flee from her city with her family because of a war, remembers them them before she leaves. She uses them to draw a "map of good memories," knowing that they will always be with her.
Author
Pub. Date
2018.
Lexile measure
AD 550L
Language
English
Description
"After war comes to an end in her African homeland, Ayobami can finally return to her schoolhouse. But in order to do so, she must take a dangerous path through the jungle, armed only with a piece of paper and a worn-out pencil."--WorldCat.
13) The walk
Author
Pub. Date
[2020]
Lexile measure
AD 340L
Language
English
Description
A walk. An unexpected encounter. Sharing wordless books is a terrific way to build important literacy skills, including listening skills, vocabulary, comprehension and an increased awareness of how stories are structured. And children love them - they can really pore over the pictures and create their own story in their own words.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2020]
Lexile measure
AD 740L
Language
English
Description
A deer who cooks the best pies in the forest. A missing recipe book. An unsolved mystery. The delightful characters from the hugely successful book The Lonely Mailman return, in a charming tale that invites readers to think about the emotional impact of jealousy, the importance of empathy, and the ability to forgive.
17) Mom goes to war
Author
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
"An unspeakable illness: cancer. A mother who wants to explain to her children what is happening, and how their lives will change over the coming months... A queen who begins a lengthy war with many battles, together with an army of allies who will fight unconditionally by her side. Mom Goes to War is a tale that takes children and adults on a fascinating, adventure-filled journey through the human body. It is a story full of positive energy, which...
Author
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
"Little Mouse is very afraid. He's frightened of everything. Mommy Mouse, who's always at his side, explains things to him and makes him feel safe. What are you afraid of little Mouse? is a tender tale that will help the youngest children overcome their fears"--Page [4] of cover.
19) Roly-Polies
Author
Pub. Date
[2010]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
AD 1030L
Language
English
Description
The Roly Polies are a family of not particularly attractive bugs that live under a variety theater. All members of the family wear striped or brightly printed clothing and they each have a special talent. They are all great stars of the stage-dancers, actors, singers, and magicians. One day a talent scout flea comes to town looking for new stars. Demonstrating that life must be approached with creativity, this story illustrates the importance of not...
20) Fireflies
Author
Pub. Date
2019
Lexile measure
560L
Language
English
Description
In the blink of an eye, the fireflies are forced to leave their field and find a safe place where they can make a new home: a light at the end of the way. But it's a difficult journey, full of seemingly impossible obstacles, which only the love that binds the family together can overcome. This emotional tale of feelings and identity leads us through the darkness into the light of a better future.