Houston Public Library
H.I.S.D. Name That Book, K-2
2021-2022
I Am Every Good Thing
by Derrick. Barnes

Proud of everything that makes him who he is, a young Black narrator celebrates the creativity, adventurous spirit, humor and loyalty that shape his undeterred spirit and confident goals, even when people who do not understand try to limit his potential. By the award-winning creators of Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut.
Happy Narwhalidays
by Ben Clanton

Dive into three new stories about Narwhal's favorite time of the year! It's the festive season in the world wide waters, and Narwhal is looking forward to cozying up with a good book, singing and partying with his pod pals and enjoying some warm waffle pudding. But most of all he's excited about the arrival of the Merry Mermicorn! According to Narwhal, she's part mermaid, part unicorn and completely mer-aculous! Jelly is of course skeptical about the existence of the "Mira-Miny-What-A Corn" . . . even when he receives a mysterious present. It must be from Narwhal. Now Jelly has to get the perfect gift, but finding a present for someone as unique as Narwhal is no easy feat, even when you have six tentacles. How will Jelly ever come up with a whaley great gift for a best pal who spreads cheer all through the year?
Milo Imagines The World
by Matt de la Peña

The team behind the Newbery Medal-winning Last Stop on Market Street follows the experiences of a little boy who creatively imagines the stories of fellow passengers on a long subway ride.
A Garden In Your Belly: Meet The Microbes In Your Gut
by Masha D'yans

"Your belly is full of tiny creatures! Vivid watercolors and lively text teach kids about the garden of microscopic flora growing inside them, how it keeps them healthy, and how they can help it thrive"
Dancing Hands: How Teresa Carreño Played The Piano For President Lincoln
by Margarita Engle

Looks at the life and accomplishments of Teresa Carreäno, one of the world's most famous pianists who, by age nine, performed for President Abraham Lincoln at the White House.
Federico and The Wolf
by Rebecca J Gomez

Donning his red hoodie and climbing aboard a bicycle whose basket is full of food, young Federico embarks on a visit to his abuelo before a hungry wolf with a strikingly familiar appearance enters the scene, in a culturally inspired adaptation that is complemented by a recipe for salsa.
InvestiGators
by John Green

On their first mission together, alligator detectives Mango and Brash must uncover the clues, crack the case, and corral the crooks before the criminals wriggle out of their grasp.
Superheroes are Everywhere
by Kamala D Harris

The United States senator recounts how she looked for superheroes in her everyday life as a child, finding them in her parents, her teachers, and her friends.
Bindu's Bindis
by Supriya Kelkar

"A little girl who loves her bindis (and the many creative shapes they come in!). The bindis are also a connection to her Nani who lives in India. When Nani comes to visit Bindu and brings the bindis to her, it is just in time to wear something new to the school talent show. Bindu and Nani work together to shine their brightest and embrace their sparkle, even when they stand out from the crowd"
Digging For Words: José Alberto Gutiérrez and The Library He Built
by Angela Burke Kunkel

An uplifting picture book tribute based on the life of José Alberto Gutiérrez describes how he began picking up discarded books along his route as a trash collector before creating a library for the people of his community in Bogotá, Colombia. Illustrated by the artist of Planting Stories. 
Every Night is Pizza Night
by J. Kenji López-Alt

Convinced that pizza is the best food, Pipo will eat nothing else until her fed-up parents send her on a quest to prove that no dishes in their multicultural neighborhood are better.
Brave Ballerina: The Story of Janet Collins
by Michelle Meadows

A lyrical picture book tribute to the first African American principal dancer at the Metropolitan Opera House describes how her dream of becoming a ballerina was shaped by racial segregation and her own heroic refusal to compromise her values. By the author of Piggies in Pajamas.
Evelyn Del Rey is Moving Away
by Meg Medina

Daniela is sad when she finds out her best friened, Evelyn Del Rey, is moving away, but Evelyn promises Daniela that their friendship will always be special.
A New Day
by Brad Meltzer

The History Channel host and author of the best-selling The First Conspiracy and the Caldecott Medal-winning creator of The Adventures of Beekle depict the chaos that ensues when Sunday quits and her weekday and weekend companions advertise for a special day of rest, gratitude and kindness.
Ella McKeen, Kickball Queen
by Beth Mills

Feeling upstaged by a newcomer’s talents, first grade kickball queen Ella McKeen throws a temper in front of her classmates before learning the importance of being a good sport.
Speak Up
by Miranda Paul

A spirited celebration of diversity invites children to join in as a group of kids on a busy school day discover some of the different ways to speak up and make their voices heard, from shouting out gratitude for a special treat to challenging a rule that is not fair.
All The Way To The Top: How One Girl's Fight For Americans With Disabilities Changed Everything
by Annette Bay Pimentel

A picture book tribute to the achievements of activist Jennifer Keelan describes her diagnosis with cerebral palsy at birth, the limitations she overcame to pursue life on her own terms and her 8-year-old participation in the Capital Crawl on behalf of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Once Upon a Goat
by Dan Richards

When a proper king and queen ask their fairy godmother for a child, they find themselves gifted instead with a baby goat.
June Almeida, Virus Detective!: The Woman Who Discovered The First Human Coronavirus
by Suzanne Slade

"Scientist June Almeida's skill in using the electron microscope helped identify viruses, and when she was 34 years old, she discovered the first human coronavirus"
Boxitects
by Kim Smith

A STEAM-centered story about a talented youngster who builds remarkable things out of cardboard boxes finds Meg impressing her teacher and classmates with her constructions before clashing with a fellow innovator during a school competition.
A Gift for Amma: Market Day in India
by Meera Sriram

A young girl explores the vibrant rainbow of items for sale in a southern Indian street market as she searches for a gift for her mother. Includes facts about the items mentioned and markets around the world, as well as photographs taken by the author inher hometown of Chennai, India.
Fatima's Great Outdoors
by Ambreen Tariq

Excitedly joining her family for an outdoor camping trip in a Midwestern state park, Fatima Khazi helps set up a tent, build a fire and fend off a daddy longlegs before settling down to sleep surrounded by the near-magical sounds of the forest.
Mother Jones and Her Army of Mill Children
by Jonah Winter

A first-person account of the Children’s Crusade of 1903 by Mary “Mother” Jones and 100 child laborers describes the dangerous conditions endured by child factory workers and Jones’ essential role in promoting important changes. Illustrations.
Eek, You Reek!: Poems About Animals That Stink, Stank, Stunk
by Jane Yolen

A whimsical collection of poems co-written by the Caldecott Medal-winning author of Owl Moon celebrates the malodorous qualities of animals and insects that protect themselves through yucky smells.
 
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