Welcome to the Bank Street Children's Book Committee's (CBC) Searchable Best Books List, a tool designed to help educators, families, librarians, and others access developmentally appropriate and engaging books for young readers (ages birth - 18).
Our online Searchable Best Books List draws from the committee's annual Best Children's Books of the Year-beginning with the list of books published in 2000-with each featuring more than 600 high-quality titles for young readers.
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Lost For Words
written and illustrated by Natalie Russell
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
All of his friends are busy writing, but Tapir just can't think of the right words until he finally finds the way to express himself. Exuberant, colorful silk screen illustrations.
written and illustrated by Natalie Russell
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
All of his friends are busy writing, but Tapir just can't think of the right words until he finally finds the way to express himself. Exuberant, colorful silk screen illustrations.
Love You More
by Susan Musgrave
Illustrator: Esperanca Melo
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Rhymes, rhythm, and colorful illustrations lead to warm celebrations of a parent's love for a child throughout each month of the year.
by Susan Musgrave
Illustrator: Esperanca Melo
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Rhymes, rhythm, and colorful illustrations lead to warm celebrations of a parent's love for a child throughout each month of the year.
Maple
written and illustrated by Lori Nichols
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
The tree planted in her honor is Maple's best friend, and when she becomes a big sister, another little sprig appears. Gentle pencil and digitally colored illustrations.
written and illustrated by Lori Nichols
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
The tree planted in her honor is Maple's best friend, and when she becomes a big sister, another little sprig appears. Gentle pencil and digitally colored illustrations.
Maple & Willow Together
written and illustrated by Lori Nichols
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Even the closest sisters can fight occasionally. Muted, digitally colored pencil illustrations.
written and illustrated by Lori Nichols
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Even the closest sisters can fight occasionally. Muted, digitally colored pencil illustrations.
Max and the Won't Go to Bed Show
by Mark Sperring
Illustrator: Sarah Warburton
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
The very small ringleader performs all his creative tricks to delay bedtime. Spritely, dazzling illustrations.
by Mark Sperring
Illustrator: Sarah Warburton
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
The very small ringleader performs all his creative tricks to delay bedtime. Spritely, dazzling illustrations.
Mia's Thumb
written and illustrated by Ljuba Stille
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Little Mia sucks her thumb even though everyone tries to make her stop--except Grandma! Artistic cut-paper collages.
written and illustrated by Ljuba Stille
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Little Mia sucks her thumb even though everyone tries to make her stop--except Grandma! Artistic cut-paper collages.
Mix It Up
written and illustrated by Hervé Tullet
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Readers lend a helping hand as blobs of color, big and small, create new colors. Painted, colorful illustrations.
written and illustrated by Hervé Tullet
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Readers lend a helping hand as blobs of color, big and small, create new colors. Painted, colorful illustrations.
My Bus
written and illustrated by Byron Barton
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
As each cat and dog passenger is picked up and dropped at a specific destination, readers have the opportunity to practice basic math concepts. Brightly colored, computer-generated art.
written and illustrated by Byron Barton
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
As each cat and dog passenger is picked up and dropped at a specific destination, readers have the opportunity to practice basic math concepts. Brightly colored, computer-generated art.
Naptime
written and illustrated by Iris de Mouy
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
The animals on the savannah offer a variety of familiar excuses for not taking a nap. Then a bossy young girl offers a solution. Simple appealing watercolors.
written and illustrated by Iris de Mouy
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
The animals on the savannah offer a variety of familiar excuses for not taking a nap. Then a bossy young girl offers a solution. Simple appealing watercolors.
Nat the Cat Can Sleep Like That
by Victoria Allenby
Illustrator: Tara Anderson
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Can the orange tabby cat sleep through all the antics of a kitten? Playful mixed media illustrations express surprise, curiosity, affection, and sleep.
by Victoria Allenby
Illustrator: Tara Anderson
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Can the orange tabby cat sleep through all the antics of a kitten? Playful mixed media illustrations express surprise, curiosity, affection, and sleep.
Number One Sam
written and illustrated by Greg Pizzoli
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Sam deals with losing a race after being a winner. Silkscreen and digital collages.
written and illustrated by Greg Pizzoli
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Sam deals with losing a race after being a winner. Silkscreen and digital collages.
Oliver's Tree
written and illustrated by Kit Chase
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Oliver cannot tag his playmates when they hide in trees until they figure out a way to play together. Appealing watercolor and pen-and-ink illustrations.
written and illustrated by Kit Chase
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Oliver cannot tag his playmates when they hide in trees until they figure out a way to play together. Appealing watercolor and pen-and-ink illustrations.
One Busy Day
by Lola M. Schaefer
Illustrator: Jessica Meserve
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
More than anything else, Mia wants to play with her busy big brother. Can she show him that togetherness is fun? Thick-lined, bold, digitally colored illustrations.
by Lola M. Schaefer
Illustrator: Jessica Meserve
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
More than anything else, Mia wants to play with her busy big brother. Can she show him that togetherness is fun? Thick-lined, bold, digitally colored illustrations.
Out of the Blue
written and illustrated by Alison Jay
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
A day at the beach is interrupted by a big storm, but afterward the ocean leaves a surprise behind. Wordless with crackled oil paintings that reveal real sea creatures.
written and illustrated by Alison Jay
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
A day at the beach is interrupted by a big storm, but afterward the ocean leaves a surprise behind. Wordless with crackled oil paintings that reveal real sea creatures.
Pat-a-Cake
by Mary Brigid Barrett
Illustrator: LeUyen Pham
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
List with All Fall Down
by Mary Brigid Barrett
Illustrator: LeUyen Pham
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
List with All Fall Down
Peggy
written and illustrated by Anna Walker
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
When a gust of wind drops her in a big city, Peggy, a hen, has an adventure and makes some new friends. Ink and photo collage illustrations.
written and illustrated by Anna Walker
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
When a gust of wind drops her in a big city, Peggy, a hen, has an adventure and makes some new friends. Ink and photo collage illustrations.
Pig and Small
by Alex Latimer
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Despite the differences in their sizes, friends Pig and Bug find many things they can do together. Digitally enhanced colored pencil drawings.
by Alex Latimer
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Despite the differences in their sizes, friends Pig and Bug find many things they can do together. Digitally enhanced colored pencil drawings.
Ping Wants To Play
written and illustrated by Adam Gudeon
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Pong comes to the rescue when his friend Ping needs help. Energetic, digitally colored illustrations.
written and illustrated by Adam Gudeon
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Pong comes to the rescue when his friend Ping needs help. Energetic, digitally colored illustrations.
Planes Go
written and illustrated by Steve Light
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Bold, double-paged illustrations depict the sounds made by different types of planes as they take off.
written and illustrated by Steve Light
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Bold, double-paged illustrations depict the sounds made by different types of planes as they take off.
Plants Feed Me
written and illustrated by Lizzy Rockwell
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Learn how plants grow and about the many parts of plants that we can eat. Simple language and gouache illustrations.
written and illustrated by Lizzy Rockwell
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Learn how plants grow and about the many parts of plants that we can eat. Simple language and gouache illustrations.
Poor Doreen
by Sally Lloyd-Jones
Illustrator: Alexandra Boiger
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
On a trip to visit her second cousin twice removed, a fish is totally unaware of the dangers that she encounters. Comic evocative text and watercolor illustrations.
by Sally Lloyd-Jones
Illustrator: Alexandra Boiger
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
On a trip to visit her second cousin twice removed, a fish is totally unaware of the dangers that she encounters. Comic evocative text and watercolor illustrations.
Row, Row, Row Your Boat
written and illustrated by Jane Cabrera
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
In this clever rewrite, rowers meet animals on their trip down the river to home. Each chorus invites participation. Bright, whimsical acrylic illustrations.
written and illustrated by Jane Cabrera
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
In this clever rewrite, rowers meet animals on their trip down the river to home. Each chorus invites participation. Bright, whimsical acrylic illustrations.
Shapes
written and illustrated by Sophie Pelham
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
see COLORS by the same author
written and illustrated by Sophie Pelham
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
see COLORS by the same author
Some Bugs
by Angela DiTerlizzi
Illustrator: Brendan Wenzel
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Rhyming verses explore busy bugs and insects that hop, glide, swim, or hide. Colorful collages illustrate a busy backyard world.
by Angela DiTerlizzi
Illustrator: Brendan Wenzel
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
Rhyming verses explore busy bugs and insects that hop, glide, swim, or hide. Colorful collages illustrate a busy backyard world.
Stanley's Garage
written and illustrated by Williambee (William Bee)
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
list with Stanley the Builder
written and illustrated by Williambee (William Bee)
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2014
list with Stanley the Builder