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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Mama and Little Joe
by Angela McAllister
Illustrator: Terry Milne
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
The expensive toys in a household learn an invaluable lesson when hand-me-down toys join them.
by Angela McAllister
Illustrator: Terry Milne
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
The expensive toys in a household learn an invaluable lesson when hand-me-down toys join them.
Max Counts His Chickens
written and ill. by Rosemary Wells
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
When Max and his sister Ruby search the house for Easter chicks, Ruby seems to have all the luck.
written and ill. by Rosemary Wells
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
When Max and his sister Ruby search the house for Easter chicks, Ruby seems to have all the luck.
Meerkat Mail
written and ill. by Emily Gravett
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
A meerkat's postcard to his family describes all his close relatives and his yearning for home. Lively pen and ink and color illustrations.
written and ill. by Emily Gravett
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
A meerkat's postcard to his family describes all his close relatives and his yearning for home. Lively pen and ink and color illustrations.
Mine!
by Mathilde Stein
Illustrator: Mies van Hout
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Charlotte teaches a young ghost visitor how to share toys, space and friendship in a story both light-hearted and moving.
by Mathilde Stein
Illustrator: Mies van Hout
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Charlotte teaches a young ghost visitor how to share toys, space and friendship in a story both light-hearted and moving.
Mouse Shapes
written and ill. by Ellen Stoll Walsh
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Cut-paper collages partner the engaging story of mice hiding from a scary cat in a concept book celebrating shapes, colors and creativity.
written and ill. by Ellen Stoll Walsh
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Cut-paper collages partner the engaging story of mice hiding from a scary cat in a concept book celebrating shapes, colors and creativity.
My Brother
written and ill. by Anthony Browne
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
A young boy's admiration for his older brother helps him realize his own worth. Simple text and colored pencil illustrations.
written and ill. by Anthony Browne
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
A young boy's admiration for his older brother helps him realize his own worth. Simple text and colored pencil illustrations.
My Cat Copies Me
written and ill. by Yoon-duck Kwon
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
The tender relationship between a Korean girl and her cat as they learn from one another about their world. Korean brushwork paintings.
written and ill. by Yoon-duck Kwon
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
The tender relationship between a Korean girl and her cat as they learn from one another about their world. Korean brushwork paintings.
My Colors, My World: Mis Colores, Mi Mundo
written and ill. by Maya Christina Gonzalez
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Maya finds color and beauty in her everyday world. Luminous paintings. Bilingual text.
written and ill. by Maya Christina Gonzalez
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Maya finds color and beauty in her everyday world. Luminous paintings. Bilingual text.
My Way/ A mi manera
written and ill. by Lynn Reiser
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Margaret and Margarita sometimes like to do things differently, but always like to do them together. Lively watercolors.
written and ill. by Lynn Reiser
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Margaret and Margarita sometimes like to do things differently, but always like to do them together. Lively watercolors.
Oliver Who Would Not Sleep!
by Mara Bergman
Illustrator: Nick Maland
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Oliver Donnington Rimington-Sneep takes an exciting adventure just before going to sleep. Humorous, cartoonlike illustrations.
by Mara Bergman
Illustrator: Nick Maland
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Oliver Donnington Rimington-Sneep takes an exciting adventure just before going to sleep. Humorous, cartoonlike illustrations.
Olivia Helps with Christmas
written and ill. by Ian Falconer
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Olivia celebrates Christmas with excitement, energy and delightful chaos. Charcoal and gouache illustrations.
written and ill. by Ian Falconer
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Olivia celebrates Christmas with excitement, energy and delightful chaos. Charcoal and gouache illustrations.
Only You
by Robin Cruise
Illustrator: Margaret Chodos-Irvine
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
A gentle, multicultural celebration of parents' love for their children. Bold, colorful illustrations.
by Robin Cruise
Illustrator: Margaret Chodos-Irvine
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
A gentle, multicultural celebration of parents' love for their children. Bold, colorful illustrations.
Out of the Egg
written and ill. by Tina Matthews
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Red Hen cannot get the animals to help grow a seed, but her chick provides a different ending for this version of the familiar tale. Japanese woodblocks.
written and ill. by Tina Matthews
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Red Hen cannot get the animals to help grow a seed, but her chick provides a different ending for this version of the familiar tale. Japanese woodblocks.
Panda Whispers
written and ill. by Mary Beth Owens
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
A father whispers to his daughter at bedtime, and animal parents lull their children to sleep as well. Soft, warm pastels.
written and ill. by Mary Beth Owens
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
A father whispers to his daughter at bedtime, and animal parents lull their children to sleep as well. Soft, warm pastels.
Penguin
written and ill. by Polly Dunbar
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Ben's new stuffed toy refuses to obey his commands producing surprising consequences. Simple, outlined drawings in mixed media.
written and ill. by Polly Dunbar
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Ben's new stuffed toy refuses to obey his commands producing surprising consequences. Simple, outlined drawings in mixed media.
Penguins, Penguins, Everywhere!
written and ill. by Bob Barner
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Color collages accompany whimsical verse about penguin habits. Includes list and description of different varieties.
written and ill. by Bob Barner
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Color collages accompany whimsical verse about penguin habits. Includes list and description of different varieties.
Piggy Wiglet
by David L. Harrison
Illustrator: Karen Stormer Brooks
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
In his exuberance, Piglet runs all through the town and returns to see the sun set over his home pen. Joyful watercolor and pencil illustrations.
by David L. Harrison
Illustrator: Karen Stormer Brooks
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
In his exuberance, Piglet runs all through the town and returns to see the sun set over his home pen. Joyful watercolor and pencil illustrations.
Piglet and Papa
by Margaret Wild
Illustrator: Stephen Michael King
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Piglet needs reassurance that her papa loves her. Warm watercolors.
by Margaret Wild
Illustrator: Stephen Michael King
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Piglet needs reassurance that her papa loves her. Warm watercolors.
Pigs Love Potatoes
by Anika Denise
Illustrator: Christopher Denise
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Mamma pig boils one more potato each time another hungry pig comes along. Rhyming text with humorous illustrations.
by Anika Denise
Illustrator: Christopher Denise
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Mamma pig boils one more potato each time another hungry pig comes along. Rhyming text with humorous illustrations.
Rabbit's Gift
by George Shannon
Illustrator: Laura Dronzek
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Gentle acrylic illustrations accompany this fable about animals sharing.
by George Shannon
Illustrator: Laura Dronzek
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Gentle acrylic illustrations accompany this fable about animals sharing.
Rainstorm
written and ill. by Barbara Lehman
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
A provocative and beautifully illustrated wordless picture book about a boy, a secret tunnel and friendship.
written and ill. by Barbara Lehman
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
A provocative and beautifully illustrated wordless picture book about a boy, a secret tunnel and friendship.
Rainy Day
by Patricia Lakin
Illustrator: Scott Nash
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
The rainy weather does not stop four crocodiles from having a creative day of adventure and fun. Humorous, computer-generated illustrations.
by Patricia Lakin
Illustrator: Scott Nash
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
The rainy weather does not stop four crocodiles from having a creative day of adventure and fun. Humorous, computer-generated illustrations.
Rhinos Who Rescue
written and ill. by Julie Mammano
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Heroic rhinos fight fires and rescue flood victims, while introducing readers to wild words. Vibrant, folk-art style watercolors.
written and ill. by Julie Mammano
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Heroic rhinos fight fires and rescue flood victims, while introducing readers to wild words. Vibrant, folk-art style watercolors.
Roar!
by Margaret Mayo
Illustrator: Alex Ayliffe
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Various animal attributes are highlighted in rhythmic text with energetic, brightly colored illustrations.
by Margaret Mayo
Illustrator: Alex Ayliffe
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
Various animal attributes are highlighted in rhythmic text with energetic, brightly colored illustrations.
Sam's Winter Hat
by Albert Lamb
Illustrator: David McPhail
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
A playful and forgetful young bear loses his blue wooly hat and then finds it in a surprising place.
by Albert Lamb
Illustrator: David McPhail
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2007
A playful and forgetful young bear loses his blue wooly hat and then finds it in a surprising place.