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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Compost Stew
by Mary McKenna Siddals
Illustrator: Ashley Wolff
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Rhyming text presents a lively look at some of the things that can become compost. The dynamic gouache and collage illustrations are made of recycled materials.
by Mary McKenna Siddals
Illustrator: Ashley Wolff
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Rhyming text presents a lively look at some of the things that can become compost. The dynamic gouache and collage illustrations are made of recycled materials.
Dancing Feet!
by Lindsey Craig
Illustrator: Marc Brown
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Bright, energetic collages and a catchy rhythmic text help the reader to identify each animal. Great read aloud.
by Lindsey Craig
Illustrator: Marc Brown
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Bright, energetic collages and a catchy rhythmic text help the reader to identify each animal. Great read aloud.
Diary of a Baby Wombat
by Jackie French
Illustrator: Bruce Whatley
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
This adorable baby animal records her daily activities in whimsical text and illustrations.
by Jackie French
Illustrator: Bruce Whatley
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
This adorable baby animal records her daily activities in whimsical text and illustrations.
Dogs
written and ill. by Emily Gravett
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Lovable dogs, big and small, tough and gentle, are depicted in playful watercolors.
written and ill. by Emily Gravett
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Lovable dogs, big and small, tough and gentle, are depicted in playful watercolors.
Don't Slam the Door!
by Dori Chaconas
Illustrator: Will Hillenbrand
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Rhymed text with expressive and humorous mixed-media illustrations convey the chaos that ensues when the banging screen door wakes the cat.
by Dori Chaconas
Illustrator: Will Hillenbrand
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Rhymed text with expressive and humorous mixed-media illustrations convey the chaos that ensues when the banging screen door wakes the cat.
Easy as Pie
by Cari Best
Illustrator: Melissa Sweet
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Jacob, who loves to bake, happily solves a series of problems as he makes a delicious peach pie to celebrate his parents' anniversary. Humorous illustrations.
by Cari Best
Illustrator: Melissa Sweet
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Jacob, who loves to bake, happily solves a series of problems as he makes a delicious peach pie to celebrate his parents' anniversary. Humorous illustrations.
Elmer and the Hippos
written and ill. by David McKee
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
When hippos invade the elephants' river because theirs has dried up, Elmer soothes tempers and solves the problem. Colorful gouache illustrations.
written and ill. by David McKee
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
When hippos invade the elephants' river because theirs has dried up, Elmer soothes tempers and solves the problem. Colorful gouache illustrations.
Elsie's Bird
by Jane Yolen
Illustrator: David Small
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
A city girl, used to the sounds of Boston, finally is able to hear the sounds of her new prairie home. Illustrations with brush and ink in watercolor pastels.
by Jane Yolen
Illustrator: David Small
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
A city girl, used to the sounds of Boston, finally is able to hear the sounds of her new prairie home. Illustrations with brush and ink in watercolor pastels.
Fire Drill
by Paul DuBois Jacobs
Illustrator: Huy Voun Lee
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
A kindergarten class learns what to do during a fire drill. Brief rhyming text and colorful collages.
by Paul DuBois Jacobs
Illustrator: Huy Voun Lee
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
A kindergarten class learns what to do during a fire drill. Brief rhyming text and colorful collages.
Ginger and the Mystery Visitor
written and ill. by Charlotte Voake
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Does the hungry visitor to Ginger's house have a home? Spare but cheerful watercolors and an amusing answer.
written and ill. by Charlotte Voake
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Does the hungry visitor to Ginger's house have a home? Spare but cheerful watercolors and an amusing answer.
Heads
written and ill. by Matthew Van Fleet
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Solid pull-tab construction and bright, colorful illustrations present all the different things animals' heads can do.
written and ill. by Matthew Van Fleet
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Solid pull-tab construction and bright, colorful illustrations present all the different things animals' heads can do.
Hey, Rabbit!
written and ill. by Sergio Ruzzier
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Is there anything left in rabbit's magical suitcase after he gives his friends what they request when he opens the lid? Whimsical watercolor illustrations.
written and ill. by Sergio Ruzzier
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Is there anything left in rabbit's magical suitcase after he gives his friends what they request when he opens the lid? Whimsical watercolor illustrations.
Hibernation Station
by Michelle Meadows
Illustrator: Kurt Cyrus
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
For the very young “reader”, this gentle introduction to the concept of hibernation has rhymed couplets with bold, engaging illustrations.
by Michelle Meadows
Illustrator: Kurt Cyrus
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
For the very young “reader”, this gentle introduction to the concept of hibernation has rhymed couplets with bold, engaging illustrations.
Higgledy-Piggledy Chicks
by Barbara Joosse
Illustrator: Rick Chrustowski
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
When mama hen hatches seven energetic and curious chicks, it takes lots of help to keep them safe. Colorful collage and pencil illustrations.
by Barbara Joosse
Illustrator: Rick Chrustowski
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
When mama hen hatches seven energetic and curious chicks, it takes lots of help to keep them safe. Colorful collage and pencil illustrations.
Hop a Little, Jump a Little!
ill. by Annie Kubler
Illustrator: Annie Kubler
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Four familiar nursery rhymes are accompanied by musical notes and boldly colored, humorous illustrations. Board book.
ill. by Annie Kubler
Illustrator: Annie Kubler
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Four familiar nursery rhymes are accompanied by musical notes and boldly colored, humorous illustrations. Board book.
Hot Rod Hamster
by Cynthia Lord
Illustrator: Derek Anderson
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
A hamster wants to build a super-fast race car; can you help him? Cheerful, action-packed acrylics add to the fun.
by Cynthia Lord
Illustrator: Derek Anderson
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
A hamster wants to build a super-fast race car; can you help him? Cheerful, action-packed acrylics add to the fun.
How Does a Seed Grow?
by Sue Kim
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Watch real seeds grow into big plants with fold-out photographs.
by Sue Kim
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Watch real seeds grow into big plants with fold-out photographs.
How Rocket learned to Read
written and ill. by Tad Hills
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
A playful dog and a bird who teaches the alphabet join forces to become readers. Soft, oil paint and colored pencil illustrations.
written and ill. by Tad Hills
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
A playful dog and a bird who teaches the alphabet join forces to become readers. Soft, oil paint and colored pencil illustrations.
Humpty Dumpty
ill. by Annie Kubler
Illustrator: Annie Kubler
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
See “Hop a Little, Jump a Little!”
ill. by Annie Kubler
Illustrator: Annie Kubler
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
See “Hop a Little, Jump a Little!”
Hush, Little Horsie
by Jane Yolen
Illustrator: Ruth Sanderson
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Soothing repetitive rhymes with stunning full-color illustrations show a variety of horses.
by Jane Yolen
Illustrator: Ruth Sanderson
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Soothing repetitive rhymes with stunning full-color illustrations show a variety of horses.
I Am a Backhoe
written and ill. by Anna Grossnickle Hines
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Truck lovers will find their favorites here. Bold illustrations.
written and ill. by Anna Grossnickle Hines
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Truck lovers will find their favorites here. Bold illustrations.
I Can Help
written and ill. by David Hyde Costello
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
A chain of helpfulness begins when monkey comes to the aid of lost little duck. Bright, colorful illustrations.
written and ill. by David Hyde Costello
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
A chain of helpfulness begins when monkey comes to the aid of lost little duck. Bright, colorful illustrations.
I'm Big!
by Kate McMullan
Illustrator: Jim McMullan
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
An appealing sauropod, a big lizard, oversleeps and hastens to catch up with his pals before predators get him. Appropriately creepy pastels.
by Kate McMullan
Illustrator: Jim McMullan
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
An appealing sauropod, a big lizard, oversleeps and hastens to catch up with his pals before predators get him. Appropriately creepy pastels.
I'm the Best
written and ill. by Lucy Cousins
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Dog's friends try to teach him a gentle lesson about bragging. Will it be effective? Vibrant, humorous illustrations.
written and ill. by Lucy Cousins
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Dog's friends try to teach him a gentle lesson about bragging. Will it be effective? Vibrant, humorous illustrations.
Kindergarten Day: USA and China
by Tricia Marx
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Half the book shows a kindergarten in Beijing. When flipped, visit a classroom in Schenectady, New York and view the similarities and differences. Photographs enhance the tale.
by Tricia Marx
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2010
Half the book shows a kindergarten in Beijing. When flipped, visit a classroom in Schenectady, New York and view the similarities and differences. Photographs enhance the tale.