Short Books for Grades 4-5
Posted on April 22, 2021
by Joyce S
Are you looking for short books to read to your big person? Look no further than these great recommendations: best short books for every fourth and fifth grader! A Library card and PIN will be required to access many of the resources listed. Need help with your card or PIN? Contact your nearest location or call 419-259-5200. Need a new card?
Fresh Princess By Denene Millner
eBook | hoopla
Inspired by Will Smith’s Fresh Prince, this is the story of Destiny, a girl who moves to a new neighborhood and learns to be courageous as she makes new friends.
Ravi’s Roar By Tom Percival
While he has never minded being the smallest in his family, Ravi notices one day that his short arms can’t reach the monkey bars. He also can’t seem to find anyone during hide-and-seek, and he’s too small to ride the big slide. But he can ROAR LIKE A TIGER! Oh my!
The Very Impatient Caterpillar: Am I a Butterfly Yet? By Ross Burach
hoopla
For lovers of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, this is the story of a caterpillar who must be patient while trying to metamorphosize!
I am Enough By Grace Byers
eBook | eAudiobook | hoopla
From Empire actor and activist Grace Byers comes a lyrical ode to loving who you are while respecting and being kind to others. A simple reminder that we are all here for a purpose, we are more than enough, and we just need to believe it.
Eyes that Kiss in the Corners By Joanna Ho
eBook | hoopla
A confident, strong girl loves her Asian eyes, which resemble those of her Amah and little sister.
Be You! By Peter H. Reynolds
eBook | hoopla
From the creator of The Dot, Happy Dreamer, and The Word Collector, this book is a reminder that every child is unique and special. Be your own work of art, patient, persistent, and true. There is one, and only one, YOU!
The Boy with Big, Big Feelings By Britney Winn Lee
There is a boy with a heart so big that his feelings glow from his cheeks, spill from his eyes and jump in his chest! When the people he loves have a hard day, he feels their emotions, too. He tries hard to bury his feelings, then realizes they should be celebrated.
I Talk Like a River By Jordan Scott
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A father helps his child after a “bad speech day” at school by offering a new perspective.
The Quiet Book By Deborah Underwood
eBook | hoopla
Explore the many kinds of quiet that can exist throughout the day.
If You Come to Earth By Sophie Blackall
eBook | hoopla
This is a beautiful story about a little boy who writes a letter to aliens, explaining what they need to know about Earth and its people.
Our Little Kitchen By Jillian Tamaki
hoopla
A village of resourceful neighbors comes together to prepare a meal for their community.
Tomorrow I’ll Be Kind By Jessica Hische
eBook
A follow-up to Tomorrow I’ll Be Brave, this book offers inspirational words and lovely scenes to uplift and encourage kids.
Just Like Me By Vanessa Newton
eBook
A collection of poetry about girls of all kinds: happy, sad, scared, powerful, girls who love their bodies, girls that don’t, country, girls, city girls, girls who love their mothers, and girls who wish they had fathers. This book invites readers to reach deeply to find themselves and each other.
No More Naps! By Chris Grabenstein
eBook
A cute story by the author of the Mr. Lemoncello series, about a girl in a stroller who refuses to take a nap. She meets many people along her walk who would love to trade places with her. What happens when there are no more naps? Will there be an extra nap to spare?
Cool Cuts By Mechal Renee Roe
eBook
From the creator of Happy Hair comes Cool Cuts, celebrating boys with natural Black hair. Boys will love seeing strong reflections of themselves in this book full of different hairstyles, from a ‘fro-hawk’ to mini-twists, crisp cornrows, cool curls and waves!
Who Will You Be? By Andrea Pippins
A book exploring how family and community come together to shape the wonderful people our children are bound to become.
Wild Symphony By Dan Brown
Spot the clues that Maestro Mouse leaves behind as he is getting ready for a symphonic surprise! What do you think he is up to?
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