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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One Moon, Two Cats
by Laura Godwin
Illustrator: Yoko Tanaka
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Under the same moon, a city cat and a country cat sleep, creep, frolic, and play. Distinctive, atmospheric illustrations.
by Laura Godwin
Illustrator: Yoko Tanaka
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Under the same moon, a city cat and a country cat sleep, creep, frolic, and play. Distinctive, atmospheric illustrations.
One, Two, Buckle My Shoe
written and ill. by Salina Yoon
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
A tiny mouse leads the fun through cut squares that peek into colorful circus scenes with plenty to count on every page.
written and ill. by Salina Yoon
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
A tiny mouse leads the fun through cut squares that peek into colorful circus scenes with plenty to count on every page.
Pig Pig Returns
written and ill. by David McPhail
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Will Mother and Fluffy miss Pig Pig if he goes on vacation with his aunt and uncle? Will they have forgotten him when he comes home? Watercolor illustrations.
written and ill. by David McPhail
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Will Mother and Fluffy miss Pig Pig if he goes on vacation with his aunt and uncle? Will they have forgotten him when he comes home? Watercolor illustrations.
Pirates Don't Take Baths
written and illustrated by John Segal
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
A piglet uses his most persuasive argument to avoid taking a bath, but his mother cleverly points out the errors in his logic. Fanciful pencil and watercolor illustrations.
written and illustrated by John Segal
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
A piglet uses his most persuasive argument to avoid taking a bath, but his mother cleverly points out the errors in his logic. Fanciful pencil and watercolor illustrations.
Press Here`
written and illustrated by Hervé Tullet
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Vivid energetic dots frolic across the page with a tap, a rub, or a shake. Fabulous interactive activities.
written and illustrated by Hervé Tullet
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Vivid energetic dots frolic across the page with a tap, a rub, or a shake. Fabulous interactive activities.
Pumpkin Trouble
written and illustrated by Jan Thomas
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Duck's attempt to carve a jack-o'-lantern leads to a humorous misunderstanding. Colorful illustrations.
written and illustrated by Jan Thomas
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Duck's attempt to carve a jack-o'-lantern leads to a humorous misunderstanding. Colorful illustrations.
Rah, Rah, Radishes!
written and illustrated by April Pulley Sayre
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Wonderful photographs of vegetables with rhyming text encourage readers to eat and enjoy all kinds of vegetables.
written and illustrated by April Pulley Sayre
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Wonderful photographs of vegetables with rhyming text encourage readers to eat and enjoy all kinds of vegetables.
Raj the Bookstore Tiger
written by Kathleen T. Pelley
Illustrator: Paige Keiser
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
A happy cat's life in a bookstore is interrupted by the arrival of Snowball, a second cat. Soft watercolor and pencil illustrations move the story along.
written by Kathleen T. Pelley
Illustrator: Paige Keiser
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
A happy cat's life in a bookstore is interrupted by the arrival of Snowball, a second cat. Soft watercolor and pencil illustrations move the story along.
Red Sled
written and illustrated by Lita Judge
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
In this nearly wordless romp, a succession of forest animals join bear on a wild sled ride down a snowy slope. Joyous pencil and watercol,or illustrations.-
written and illustrated by Lita Judge
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
In this nearly wordless romp, a succession of forest animals join bear on a wild sled ride down a snowy slope. Joyous pencil and watercol,or illustrations.-
Red Wagon
written and illustrated by Renata Liwska
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Lucy wants to play with her new wagon, but her mother needs her to go to the market first. Playful pencil and digital illustrations tell a different story.
written and illustrated by Renata Liwska
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Lucy wants to play with her new wagon, but her mother needs her to go to the market first. Playful pencil and digital illustrations tell a different story.
RRRalph
written and illustrated by Lois Ehlert
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Vibrant collage illustrations depict an endearing black-and-white talking (wait--is that possible?) dog.
written and illustrated by Lois Ehlert
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Vibrant collage illustrations depict an endearing black-and-white talking (wait--is that possible?) dog.
Samantha on a Roll
by Linda Ashman
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Rollicking rhymes tell the story of Sammy's hilarious “roll” through town on her new skates as she disrupts a wedding and other activities. Simple but amusing visuals.
by Linda Ashman
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Rollicking rhymes tell the story of Sammy's hilarious “roll” through town on her new skates as she disrupts a wedding and other activities. Simple but amusing visuals.
Say Hello to Zorro!
written and illustrated by Carter Goodrich
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Everything is the way Mr. Bud likes it--until a stranger arrives and disturbs his schedule. Humorous watercolors.
written and illustrated by Carter Goodrich
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Everything is the way Mr. Bud likes it--until a stranger arrives and disturbs his schedule. Humorous watercolors.
Say What?
by Angela DiTerlizzi
Illustrator: Joey Chou
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
What do animals really mean when you hear them make sounds? Rhyming word play and bold whimsical illustrations.
by Angela DiTerlizzi
Illustrator: Joey Chou
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
What do animals really mean when you hear them make sounds? Rhyming word play and bold whimsical illustrations.
Scrawny Cat
by Phyllis Root
Illustrator: Alison Friend
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Will a lost, lonely, hungry cat find someone to love her? Painterly background scenery accompanies the adventures.
by Phyllis Root
Illustrator: Alison Friend
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Will a lost, lonely, hungry cat find someone to love her? Painterly background scenery accompanies the adventures.
Sea of Dreams
written and illustrated by Dennis Nolan
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
A girl builds a sand castle which takes on a life of its own in this wordless, nautical fantasy. Peaceful watercolor illustrations.
written and illustrated by Dennis Nolan
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
A girl builds a sand castle which takes on a life of its own in this wordless, nautical fantasy. Peaceful watercolor illustrations.
Shoe-la-la!
by Karen Beaumont
Illustrator: LeUyen Pham
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Shopping for shoes is such a dilemma! But four friends manage to end up with the perfect pairs. Lively, colorful illustrations.
by Karen Beaumont
Illustrator: LeUyen Pham
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Shopping for shoes is such a dilemma! But four friends manage to end up with the perfect pairs. Lively, colorful illustrations.
Shout! Shout it Out!
written and illustrated by Denise Fleming
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Shout letters, numbers, colors, animals, and more along with Fleming's exuberant kids. Pulp-painted collages.
written and illustrated by Denise Fleming
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Shout letters, numbers, colors, animals, and more along with Fleming's exuberant kids. Pulp-painted collages.
Snowy Valentine
written and illustrated by David Petersen
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Jasper Bunny wants inspiration from his forest neighbors to find the perfect gift for his wife, but finds answers closer to home. Colorful, bright paintings.
written and illustrated by David Petersen
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Jasper Bunny wants inspiration from his forest neighbors to find the perfect gift for his wife, but finds answers closer to home. Colorful, bright paintings.
Spring is Here
written and illustrated by Will Hillenbrand
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Mole's impatience to share the arrival of springtime with bear is enlivened by colorful mixed-media illustrations.
written and illustrated by Will Hillenbrand
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Mole's impatience to share the arrival of springtime with bear is enlivened by colorful mixed-media illustrations.
Stars
by Mary Lyn Ray
Illustrator: Marla Frazee
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
“What if you could be a star?” Let your mind wander as you wonder about these marvelous shapes. Whimsical illustrations in graphite and gouache add joy.
by Mary Lyn Ray
Illustrator: Marla Frazee
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
“What if you could be a star?” Let your mind wander as you wonder about these marvelous shapes. Whimsical illustrations in graphite and gouache add joy.
Stop Snoring, Bernard!
written and illustrated by Zachariah Ohora
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Bernard loves nap time but those around him cannot stand his loud snoring. Will Bernard find a place to sleep? Bold acrylic illustrations add humor and help convey emotions.
written and illustrated by Zachariah Ohora
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Bernard loves nap time but those around him cannot stand his loud snoring. Will Bernard find a place to sleep? Bold acrylic illustrations add humor and help convey emotions.
Super-Dragon
by Steven Kroll
Illustrator: Douglas Holgate
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
A young dragon's persistence and determination in learning to fly pays off. Colorful cartoon drawings add to the fun.
by Steven Kroll
Illustrator: Douglas Holgate
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
A young dragon's persistence and determination in learning to fly pays off. Colorful cartoon drawings add to the fun.
The Artist Who Painted a Blue Horse
written by Eric Carle
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
A blue horse, a pink crocodile, a yellow cow--all imaginative paintings to inspire children to use their imaginations. By an artist himself inspired by Franz Marc.
written by Eric Carle
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
A blue horse, a pink crocodile, a yellow cow--all imaginative paintings to inspire children to use their imaginations. By an artist himself inspired by Franz Marc.
The Belly Book
by Fran Manushkin
Illustrator: Dan Yaccarino
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Bright watercolors and clever rhyme celebrate all the different types of stomachs.
by Fran Manushkin
Illustrator: Dan Yaccarino
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2011
Bright watercolors and clever rhyme celebrate all the different types of stomachs.