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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The Lonely Book
by Kate Bernheimer
Illustrator: Chris Sheban
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
When the book became old and worn, it was no longer taken from the shelf until.... Soft watercolor and graphite illustrations of a warm library setting.
by Kate Bernheimer
Illustrator: Chris Sheban
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
When the book became old and worn, it was no longer taken from the shelf until.... Soft watercolor and graphite illustrations of a warm library setting.
The Man From the Land of Fandango
by Margaret Mahy
Illustrator: Polly Dunbar
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
A fun-loving man breaks out of a drawing and bounces along with two children to encounter a set of whimsical animals. Exuberant watercolor collage illustrations.
by Margaret Mahy
Illustrator: Polly Dunbar
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
A fun-loving man breaks out of a drawing and bounces along with two children to encounter a set of whimsical animals. Exuberant watercolor collage illustrations.
The Monster Returns
written and illustrated by Peter McCarty
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Jeremy figures out a way to welcome Monster back by involving all the neighborhood kids. Pen-and-ink and watercolor illustrations.
written and illustrated by Peter McCarty
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Jeremy figures out a way to welcome Monster back by involving all the neighborhood kids. Pen-and-ink and watercolor illustrations.
There Was a Tree
written and illustrated by Rachel Isadora
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Bright collages depict the African setting of the song “Green Grass Grows All Around.” Music included.
written and illustrated by Rachel Isadora
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Bright collages depict the African setting of the song “Green Grass Grows All Around.” Music included.
The Three Ninja Pigs
by Corey Rosen Schwartz
Illustrator: Dan Santat
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Through diligent mastery of self defense techniques, the third pig succeeds where her brothers failed and outrivals the wolf. Clever rhymed text and colorful engaging illustrations. Glossary.
by Corey Rosen Schwartz
Illustrator: Dan Santat
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Through diligent mastery of self defense techniques, the third pig succeeds where her brothers failed and outrivals the wolf. Clever rhymed text and colorful engaging illustrations. Glossary.
The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse
retold and illustrated by Helen Ward
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
This timeless fable is retold with sumptuous, expressive illustrations.
retold and illustrated by Helen Ward
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
This timeless fable is retold with sumptuous, expressive illustrations.
The Umbrella
conceived and illustrated by Ingrid and Dieter Schubert
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
I this wordless book, the wind carries a small, black dog and a red umbrella to many places where they encounter all sorts of animals. Full page oil paintings.
conceived and illustrated by Ingrid and Dieter Schubert
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
I this wordless book, the wind carries a small, black dog and a red umbrella to many places where they encounter all sorts of animals. Full page oil paintings.
This Is Not My Hat
written and illustrated by Jon Klassen
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
A little fish steals a hat but is sure his plan to hide in the weeds will succeed. But will it? Digitally created illustrations.
written and illustrated by Jon Klassen
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
A little fish steals a hat but is sure his plan to hide in the weeds will succeed. But will it? Digitally created illustrations.
This Monster Needs a Haircut
written and illustrated by Bathany Barton
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Will Stewart still be scary if he gets a haircut? Will he lose his identity? Monster-like watercolors.
written and illustrated by Bathany Barton
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Will Stewart still be scary if he gets a haircut? Will he lose his identity? Monster-like watercolors.
Toads on Toast
by Linda Bailey
Illustrator: Colin Jack
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Fox is tired of eating the same thing every day. A new cookbook offers fresh challenges. Humorous, colorful digital artwork.
by Linda Bailey
Illustrator: Colin Jack
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Fox is tired of eating the same thing every day. A new cookbook offers fresh challenges. Humorous, colorful digital artwork.
Together at Christmas
by Eileen Spinelli
Illustrator: Bin Lee
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Ten little mice seek shelter from the falling snow. The natural scene is set with luminous paintings.
by Eileen Spinelli
Illustrator: Bin Lee
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Ten little mice seek shelter from the falling snow. The natural scene is set with luminous paintings.
Too Shy for Show and Tell
by Beth Bracken
Illustrator: Jennifer A. Bell
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Young Sam is scared to share before the class and tries to avoid it. How will he do when it is his turn? Humorous illustrations.
by Beth Bracken
Illustrator: Jennifer A. Bell
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Young Sam is scared to share before the class and tries to avoid it. How will he do when it is his turn? Humorous illustrations.
Train Man
by Andrea Zimmerman
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
All aboard--including little brother. There are bridges to cross, tunnels to go through and mountains to climb. Vivid acrylic illustrations.
by Andrea Zimmerman
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
All aboard--including little brother. There are bridges to cross, tunnels to go through and mountains to climb. Vivid acrylic illustrations.
Trains Go
written and illustrated by Steve Light
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Trains are always fun to see and hear, but who knew there were so many different kinds, each with its own sound? Energetic watercolor illustrations.
written and illustrated by Steve Light
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Trains are always fun to see and hear, but who knew there were so many different kinds, each with its own sound? Energetic watercolor illustrations.
Trucks
written and illustrated by Debbie Powell
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Touch and feel the bright and shiny machines which help build a new house. Digital illustrations.
written and illustrated by Debbie Powell
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Touch and feel the bright and shiny machines which help build a new house. Digital illustrations.
Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star
written and illustrated by Jane Cabrera
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Baby animals and a grown-up they love watch the stars twinkle, sparkle, flicker, shimmer, and glisten. A repetitive goodnight read with full page illustrations.
written and illustrated by Jane Cabrera
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Baby animals and a grown-up they love watch the stars twinkle, sparkle, flicker, shimmer, and glisten. A repetitive goodnight read with full page illustrations.
Utterly Lovely One
written and illustrated by Mary Murphy
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Everyone is special in his or her own unique way. Soft, detailed illustrations of many different animals.
written and illustrated by Mary Murphy
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Everyone is special in his or her own unique way. Soft, detailed illustrations of many different animals.
What Can a Crane Pick Up?
by Rebecca Kai Dotlich
Illustrator: Mike Lowery
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
In rhyming test and humorous illustrations all the surprising things this amazing machine can pick up are shown.
by Rebecca Kai Dotlich
Illustrator: Mike Lowery
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
In rhyming test and humorous illustrations all the surprising things this amazing machine can pick up are shown.
What Little Boys Are Made Of
written and illustrated by Robert Neubecker
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Shiny and colorful illustrations waltz us through the adventurous fantasy life of a young boy.
written and illustrated by Robert Neubecker
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Shiny and colorful illustrations waltz us through the adventurous fantasy life of a young boy.
What We Wear
by Maya Ajmera
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Children from around the world show off the clothing they wear for play, school, sports, and celebrations. Stunning photographs of the children.
by Maya Ajmera
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Children from around the world show off the clothing they wear for play, school, sports, and celebrations. Stunning photographs of the children.
When Dads Don't Grow up
by Marjorie Blain Parker
Illustrator: R.W. Alley
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
What fun it is to have a father who is the perfect playmate--still a kid at heart! Humorous animated illustrations.
by Marjorie Blain Parker
Illustrator: R.W. Alley
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
What fun it is to have a father who is the perfect playmate--still a kid at heart! Humorous animated illustrations.
Whoa, Baby, Whoa!
by Grace Nichols
Illustrator: Eleanor Taylor
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
People tell baby to stop before he gets hurt, until he finally does something that amazes everyone. Watercolor illustrations.
by Grace Nichols
Illustrator: Eleanor Taylor
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
People tell baby to stop before he gets hurt, until he finally does something that amazes everyone. Watercolor illustrations.
Who Am I?
by Gervase Phinn
Illustrator: Tony Ross
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
When a strange little creature hatches, he has no idea what he is. Colorful, animated watercolors.
by Gervase Phinn
Illustrator: Tony Ross
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
When a strange little creature hatches, he has no idea what he is. Colorful, animated watercolors.
Who Has This Tail?
by Laura Hulbert
Illustrator: Erik Brooks
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
This question-answer book is based on the partial illustration of an animal, such as a beaver or a rattlesnake, and how it uses its tail. Bright, bold watercolors.
by Laura Hulbert
Illustrator: Erik Brooks
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
This question-answer book is based on the partial illustration of an animal, such as a beaver or a rattlesnake, and how it uses its tail. Bright, bold watercolors.
Whose Toes Are Those?
by Sally Symes
Illustrator: Nick Sharratt
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Simple rhymes, bold, clear art, and a lift-the-flap format invite youngsters to guess which animal.
by Sally Symes
Illustrator: Nick Sharratt
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2012
Simple rhymes, bold, clear art, and a lift-the-flap format invite youngsters to guess which animal.