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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Tails
written and ill. by Matthew Van Fleet
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
A counting book about all kinds of animal tails--long, short, fluffy. Pull-the-tab book.
written and ill. by Matthew Van Fleet
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
A counting book about all kinds of animal tails--long, short, fluffy. Pull-the-tab book.
Ten Mice for Tet
by Pegi Deitz Shea
Illustrator: To Ngoc Trang
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
A unique counting book detailing Vietnamese New Year traditions. Colorful embroidered illustrations.
by Pegi Deitz Shea
Illustrator: To Ngoc Trang
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
A unique counting book detailing Vietnamese New Year traditions. Colorful embroidered illustrations.
Ten Puppies
written and ill. by Lynn Reiser
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Easy math concepts are presented in a lively fashion in this colorful counting book.
written and ill. by Lynn Reiser
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Easy math concepts are presented in a lively fashion in this colorful counting book.
The Animal ABC
written and ill. by Leslie Baker
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Each animal's name appearz under a beautiful watercolor illustration.
written and ill. by Leslie Baker
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Each animal's name appearz under a beautiful watercolor illustration.
The Big Blue Spot
written and ill. by Peter Holwitz
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
A blob of paint searches for a friend. Clever rhyming text. Great read-aloud.
written and ill. by Peter Holwitz
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
A blob of paint searches for a friend. Clever rhyming text. Great read-aloud.
The Dot
written and ill. by Peter H. Reynolds
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Vashti's frustrated jab at her art paper opens a wonderful new world to her.
written and ill. by Peter H. Reynolds
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Vashti's frustrated jab at her art paper opens a wonderful new world to her.
The Gunniwolf
retold by Wilhelmina Harper
Illustrator: Barbara Upton
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
A classic read-aloud cautionary tale, more playful than scary, of a brave little girl who strays into the forbidden jungle.
retold by Wilhelmina Harper
Illustrator: Barbara Upton
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
A classic read-aloud cautionary tale, more playful than scary, of a brave little girl who strays into the forbidden jungle.
The New Hippos
written and ill. by Lena Landstrom
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
New neighbors bring new ways and turn out to be wonderful additions to the community. Charming illustrations.
written and ill. by Lena Landstrom
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
New neighbors bring new ways and turn out to be wonderful additions to the community. Charming illustrations.
The Noisy Airplane Ride
by Mike Downs
Illustrator: David Gordon
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Noises, bumps, thumps and basic routines aboard an aircraft.
by Mike Downs
Illustrator: David Gordon
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Noises, bumps, thumps and basic routines aboard an aircraft.
The Owl and the Pussycat
by Edward Lear
Illustrator: Anne Wilson
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Colorful stylized illustrations capture the whimsy and sweetness of this verse.
by Edward Lear
Illustrator: Anne Wilson
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Colorful stylized illustrations capture the whimsy and sweetness of this verse.
The Scrubbly-Bubbly Car Wash
by Irene O'Garden
Illustrator: Cynthia Jabar
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Rhymed trip through a car wash. Colorful illustrations.
by Irene O'Garden
Illustrator: Cynthia Jabar
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Rhymed trip through a car wash. Colorful illustrations.
The Sound of Day, The Sound of Night
by Mary O'Neill
Illustrator: Cynthia Jabar
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
A family awaits a “new addition.” Lively illustrations.
by Mary O'Neill
Illustrator: Cynthia Jabar
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
A family awaits a “new addition.” Lively illustrations.
The Spiffiest Giant in Town
by Julia Donaldson
Illustrator: Axel Scheffler
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
A generous giant shares his new finery with animals in need, sacrificing stylish looks for friendship.
by Julia Donaldson
Illustrator: Axel Scheffler
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
A generous giant shares his new finery with animals in need, sacrificing stylish looks for friendship.
The Very Smart Pea and the Princess-To-Be
written and ill. by Mini Grey
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
The favorite tale from the vegetable's perspective. Whimsical illustrations.
written and ill. by Mini Grey
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
The favorite tale from the vegetable's perspective. Whimsical illustrations.
Three Pebbles and a Song
by Eileen Spinelli
Illustrator: S.D. Schindler
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Though his family urges him to gather food for the snowy winter ahead, young mouse is easily distracted. But what he does gather proves to be very useful.
by Eileen Spinelli
Illustrator: S.D. Schindler
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Though his family urges him to gather food for the snowy winter ahead, young mouse is easily distracted. But what he does gather proves to be very useful.
Time to Pee!
written and ill. by Mo Willems
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
A humorous and straightforward look at potty training.
written and ill. by Mo Willems
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
A humorous and straightforward look at potty training.
Tippintown: a guided tour
written and ill. by Calef Brown
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
A lyrical romp through a colorful city of hip characters and unusual places. Imaginative illustrations.
written and ill. by Calef Brown
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
A lyrical romp through a colorful city of hip characters and unusual places. Imaginative illustrations.
Tippy-Toe Chick, Go!
by George Shannon
Illustrator: Laura Dronzek
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Speedy little Chick outwits grumpy Dog, enabling Chick's family to eat their fill in the garden. Simple, colorful illustrations.
by George Shannon
Illustrator: Laura Dronzek
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Speedy little Chick outwits grumpy Dog, enabling Chick's family to eat their fill in the garden. Simple, colorful illustrations.
Toes, Ears, & Nose!
by Marion Dane Bauer
Illustrator: Karen Katz
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Parts of the body in an interactive and fun format. A lift-the-flap board book.
by Marion Dane Bauer
Illustrator: Karen Katz
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Parts of the body in an interactive and fun format. A lift-the-flap board book.
Too Many Pears!
by Jackie French
Illustrator: Bruce Whatley
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Clever Amy figures out how to save the pear tree from the insatiable cow.
by Jackie French
Illustrator: Bruce Whatley
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Clever Amy figures out how to save the pear tree from the insatiable cow.
Tracks in the Snow
written and ill. by Wong Herbert Yee
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
A little girl follows tracks in the snow to discover who made them.
written and ill. by Wong Herbert Yee
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
A little girl follows tracks in the snow to discover who made them.
Two Eggs, Please
by Sarah Weeks
Illustrator: Betsy Lewin
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
At the local diner, various characters discover that, while made differently, inside they are the same. Clever illustrations.
by Sarah Weeks
Illustrator: Betsy Lewin
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
At the local diner, various characters discover that, while made differently, inside they are the same. Clever illustrations.
Very Hairy Harry
by Edward Koren
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Harry decides on a haircut after exploring the ups and downs of a furry life. Clever, funny illustrations.
by Edward Koren
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Harry decides on a haircut after exploring the ups and downs of a furry life. Clever, funny illustrations.
Waggle
written and ill. by Sarah McMenemy
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
A new puppy's behavior suggests his name.
written and ill. by Sarah McMenemy
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
A new puppy's behavior suggests his name.
Wemberly's Ice-Cream Star
written and ill. by Kevin Henkes
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Wemberly worries that her ice cream pop may drip on her new dress.
written and ill. by Kevin Henkes
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2003
Wemberly worries that her ice cream pop may drip on her new dress.