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.
To share feedback about the tool, please feel free to email bookcom@bankstreet.edu. To learn more about the CBC, visit https://www.bankstreet.edu/cbc/.
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Camping Day
by Patricia Lakin
Illustrator: Scott Nash
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Four crocodile friends are back, ready for an adventure in the woods--or are they? Amusing black pencil and photoshop illustrations.
by Patricia Lakin
Illustrator: Scott Nash
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Four crocodile friends are back, ready for an adventure in the woods--or are they? Amusing black pencil and photoshop illustrations.
Cat
by Matthew Van Fleet
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
A variety of cats and their antics are described through expressive photographs and rhyming text. Playful interactive components.
by Matthew Van Fleet
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
A variety of cats and their antics are described through expressive photographs and rhyming text. Playful interactive components.
Chicken Little
written and ill. by Rebecca Emberley
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Brightly colored illustrations and humorous text make this an exuberant retelling of a favorite tale.
written and ill. by Rebecca Emberley
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Brightly colored illustrations and humorous text make this an exuberant retelling of a favorite tale.
Clang! Clang! Beep! Beep!
by Robert Burleigh
Illustrator: Beppe Giacobbe
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
The sights and sounds of the city are conveyed in simple rhymes and colorful computer-generated art.
by Robert Burleigh
Illustrator: Beppe Giacobbe
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
The sights and sounds of the city are conveyed in simple rhymes and colorful computer-generated art.
Come to the Fairies' Ball
by Jane Yolen
Illustrator: Gary Lippincott
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
A joyful rhyming story tells of a fairies' ball. Amusing, imaginative illustrations.
by Jane Yolen
Illustrator: Gary Lippincott
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
A joyful rhyming story tells of a fairies' ball. Amusing, imaginative illustrations.
Creature abc
written and photographed by Andrew Zuckerman
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Breathtaking photographs offer an up-close, alphabetical look at the animal kingdom. Includes fascinating facts about each animal.
written and photographed by Andrew Zuckerman
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Breathtaking photographs offer an up-close, alphabetical look at the animal kingdom. Includes fascinating facts about each animal.
Daddy, Papa, and Me
by Lesléa Newman
Illustrator: Carol Thompson
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Same sex parents enjoy the pleasures of everyday life with their toddler. Easy rhyming text and attractive mixed-media illustrations.
by Lesléa Newman
Illustrator: Carol Thompson
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Same sex parents enjoy the pleasures of everyday life with their toddler. Easy rhyming text and attractive mixed-media illustrations.
Dinosaur vs. Bedtime
written and ill. by Bob Shea
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
A feisty dinosaur takes on a number of challenges, the most formidable of which is going to sleep. Bold, mixed-media illustrations
written and ill. by Bob Shea
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
A feisty dinosaur takes on a number of challenges, the most formidable of which is going to sleep. Bold, mixed-media illustrations
Dinotrux
written and ill. by Chris Gall
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Millions of years ago, dinotrux, the ancestors of our modern trucks, ruled the world! Illustrated with dynamic mechanical monsters.
written and ill. by Chris Gall
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Millions of years ago, dinotrux, the ancestors of our modern trucks, ruled the world! Illustrated with dynamic mechanical monsters.
Don't Lick the Dog
written and ill. by Wendy Wahman
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Simple rhyming text and vibrant, playful drawings offer good advice to young children who encounter new dogs.
written and ill. by Wendy Wahman
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Simple rhyming text and vibrant, playful drawings offer good advice to young children who encounter new dogs.
Doodle Bites
written and ill. by Polly Dunbar
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Everyday issues for the very young are handled with humor and simple, bright mixed-media illustrations.
written and ill. by Polly Dunbar
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Everyday issues for the very young are handled with humor and simple, bright mixed-media illustrations.
Do You Love Me?
written and ill. by Joost Elffers
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Appealing, simple, colorful, and friendly faces look for and get reassurances on a very big question.
written and ill. by Joost Elffers
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Appealing, simple, colorful, and friendly faces look for and get reassurances on a very big question.
Duck and Goose Find a Pumpkin
written and ill. by Tad Hills
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Two friends search for a pumpkin in unlikely places. Evocative oil paintings.
written and ill. by Tad Hills
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Two friends search for a pumpkin in unlikely places. Evocative oil paintings.
Duck! Rabbit!
by Amy Krouse Rosenthal
Illustrator: Tom Lichtenheld
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Two unseen voices try to discover what a curious animal is. Bold ink and watercolor illustrations.
by Amy Krouse Rosenthal
Illustrator: Tom Lichtenheld
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Two unseen voices try to discover what a curious animal is. Bold ink and watercolor illustrations.
Duck Tents
by Lynne Berry
Illustrator: Hiroe Nakata
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
In rhythmic, rhyming text, five ducks enjoy the outdoors and snuggle up tight before they drift off to sleep. Lively watercolors.
by Lynne Berry
Illustrator: Hiroe Nakata
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
In rhythmic, rhyming text, five ducks enjoy the outdoors and snuggle up tight before they drift off to sleep. Lively watercolors.
Find My Feet
written and ill. by Salina Yoon
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Help! Little critters have their feet mixed up. Unscrambling the silly combinations turns out to be as much fun as scrambling them again.
written and ill. by Salina Yoon
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Help! Little critters have their feet mixed up. Unscrambling the silly combinations turns out to be as much fun as scrambling them again.
Finn Throws a Fit!
by David Elliott
Illustrator: Timothy Basil Ering
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
The impact of a child's tantrums on the household is described through a short, powerful text. Dynamic charcoal, oil paint, and pencil illustrations.
by David Elliott
Illustrator: Timothy Basil Ering
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
The impact of a child's tantrums on the household is described through a short, powerful text. Dynamic charcoal, oil paint, and pencil illustrations.
Flying Eagle
by Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen
Illustrator: Deborah Kogan Ray
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Vivid watercolor and pencil illustrations capture the African savannah at night as seen by a hungry eagle.
by Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen
Illustrator: Deborah Kogan Ray
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Vivid watercolor and pencil illustrations capture the African savannah at night as seen by a hungry eagle.
Gilbert the Surfer Dude
written and ill. by Diane deGroat
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Gilbert's humorous adventures at the beach are presented in an easy-to-read format. Captivating watercolor illustrations.
written and ill. by Diane deGroat
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Gilbert's humorous adventures at the beach are presented in an easy-to-read format. Captivating watercolor illustrations.
Goldilocks and the Three Bears
written and ill. by Gennady Spirin
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Sumptuous watercolors illuminate simple retelling of this classic story set in the Renaissance era.
written and ill. by Gennady Spirin
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Sumptuous watercolors illuminate simple retelling of this classic story set in the Renaissance era.
Good Night, Tiptoe
written and ill. by Polly Dunbar
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
See: Doodle Bites
written and ill. by Polly Dunbar
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
See: Doodle Bites
Hanukkah Lights
by David Martin
Illustrator: Melissa Sweet
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
The many features of Hanukkah, from eating latkes to lighting the menorah candles, are presented with simple text and colorful illustrations.
by David Martin
Illustrator: Melissa Sweet
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
The many features of Hanukkah, from eating latkes to lighting the menorah candles, are presented with simple text and colorful illustrations.
Harriet's Had Enough!
by Elissa Haden Guest
Illustrator: Paul Meisel
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
A raccoon's determination to leave home after a fight with her mother results in a surprise. Animated mixed-media illustrations.
by Elissa Haden Guest
Illustrator: Paul Meisel
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
A raccoon's determination to leave home after a fight with her mother results in a surprise. Animated mixed-media illustrations.
Have You Seen My Cat?
written and illustrated by Eric Carle
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Wondrous collage illustrations and a simple repetitive describe a boy's worldwide search for his lost cat.
written and illustrated by Eric Carle
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Wondrous collage illustrations and a simple repetitive describe a boy's worldwide search for his lost cat.
Here Comes Gosling!
by Sandy Asher
Illustrator: Keith Graves
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Froggie cannot wait to meet Gosling, but when the baby cries, Froggie thinks Gosling doesn't like him. Humorous, exaggerated, ink, pencil, and watercolor illustrations.
by Sandy Asher
Illustrator: Keith Graves
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2009
Froggie cannot wait to meet Gosling, but when the baby cries, Froggie thinks Gosling doesn't like him. Humorous, exaggerated, ink, pencil, and watercolor illustrations.