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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Louie's Goose
by H.M. Ehrlich
Illustrator: Emily Bolam
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
A beloved toy goose needs to be repaired repeatedly by Louie's parents until one day Louie finds a way to help.
by H.M. Ehrlich
Illustrator: Emily Bolam
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
A beloved toy goose needs to be repaired repeatedly by Louie's parents until one day Louie finds a way to help.
Lucky Pennies and Hot Chocolate
by Carol Diggory Shields
Illustrator: Hiroe Nakata
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
Grandfather and grandson love to spend time together. Whimsical watercolor sketches.
by Carol Diggory Shields
Illustrator: Hiroe Nakata
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
Grandfather and grandson love to spend time together. Whimsical watercolor sketches.
Mabel Dancing
by Amy Hest
Illustrator: Christine Davenier
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
Mabel joins the grown-up dancing party for one last dance. Charming watercolors.
by Amy Hest
Illustrator: Christine Davenier
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
Mabel joins the grown-up dancing party for one last dance. Charming watercolors.
Marshmallow Kisses
by Linda Crotta0 Brennan
Illustrator: Mari Takabayashi
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
A summer day full of activities. Simple rhymes and evocative illustrations.
by Linda Crotta0 Brennan
Illustrator: Mari Takabayashi
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
A summer day full of activities. Simple rhymes and evocative illustrations.
Max Cleans Up
written and ill. by Rosemary Wells
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
Max helps Ruby clean up the mess in his room in a most original way. Delightful story and illustrations.
written and ill. by Rosemary Wells
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
Max helps Ruby clean up the mess in his room in a most original way. Delightful story and illustrations.
Max Paints the House
written and ill. by Ken Wilson-Max
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
Max and his friends paint their house to match the sky, in colors they all like.
written and ill. by Ken Wilson-Max
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
Max and his friends paint their house to match the sky, in colors they all like.
May We Sleep Here Tonight?
by Tan Koide
Illustrator: Yasuko Koide
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
Lost in a fog, animals enter the house of Mr. Bear who welcomes them when he returns. Enchanting illustrations.
by Tan Koide
Illustrator: Yasuko Koide
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
Lost in a fog, animals enter the house of Mr. Bear who welcomes them when he returns. Enchanting illustrations.
My Bear and Me
by Barbara Maitland
Illustrator: Lisa Flather
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
A simple text and engaging pictures illustrate the special bond between a young girl and her teddy bear.
by Barbara Maitland
Illustrator: Lisa Flather
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
A simple text and engaging pictures illustrate the special bond between a young girl and her teddy bear.
My Colors Mis Colores
written and ill. by Rebecca Emberley
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
Bilingual concept board books with bold graphics.
written and ill. by Rebecca Emberley
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
Bilingual concept board books with bold graphics.
My Dog Toby
by Andrea Zimmerman
Illustrator: True Kelley
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
A beloved pet doesn't seem to be able to learn tricks, but with gentle support he eventually learns to sit when told.
by Andrea Zimmerman
Illustrator: True Kelley
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
A beloved pet doesn't seem to be able to learn tricks, but with gentle support he eventually learns to sit when told.
My First Action Rhymes
ill. by Lynne Cravath
Illustrator: Lynne Cravath
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
Easy-to-follow directions for fun times between toddlers and parents or caregivers. Playful illustrations.
ill. by Lynne Cravath
Illustrator: Lynne Cravath
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
Easy-to-follow directions for fun times between toddlers and parents or caregivers. Playful illustrations.
My Numbers Mis Numeros
written and ill. by Rebecca Emberley
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
See bilingual board books.
written and ill. by Rebecca Emberley
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
See bilingual board books.
My Opposites Mis Opuestos
written and ill. by Rebecca Emberley
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
See bilingual board books.
written and ill. by Rebecca Emberley
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
See bilingual board books.
Night Shift Daddy
by Eileen Spinelli
Illustrator: Melissa Iwai
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
A daughter's and father's love and respect for one another. A comforting text with cozy illustrations.
by Eileen Spinelli
Illustrator: Melissa Iwai
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
A daughter's and father's love and respect for one another. A comforting text with cozy illustrations.
One Lighthouse One Moon
written and ill. by Anita Lobel
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
The days of the week, months of the year, and the four seasons beautifully presented in striking color and design.
written and ill. by Anita Lobel
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
The days of the week, months of the year, and the four seasons beautifully presented in striking color and design.
On My Street
by Eve Merriam
Illustrator: Melanie Hope Greenberg
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
A multicultural, friendly neighborhood from a stroller eye-view. Active and colorful illustrations.
by Eve Merriam
Illustrator: Melanie Hope Greenberg
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
A multicultural, friendly neighborhood from a stroller eye-view. Active and colorful illustrations.
On the Day the Tall Ships Sailed
by Betty Paraskevas
Illustrator: Michael Paraskevas
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
The beauty of the sailing ships contrasted with the bald eagles flight.
by Betty Paraskevas
Illustrator: Michael Paraskevas
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
The beauty of the sailing ships contrasted with the bald eagles flight.
Pete and Polo's Big School Adventure
written and ill. by Adrian Reynolds
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
A first day of school for both boy and stuffed polar bear.
written and ill. by Adrian Reynolds
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
A first day of school for both boy and stuffed polar bear.
Polly Molly Woof Woof
by David Lloyd
Illustrator: Charlotte Hard
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
Everyone can join in barking and sniffing in this raucous read aloud.
by David Lloyd
Illustrator: Charlotte Hard
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
Everyone can join in barking and sniffing in this raucous read aloud.
Pushkin Minds the Bundle
by Harriet M. Ziefert
Illustrator: Donald Saaf
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
An imaginative take on sibling rivalry between the family's dog and little Pierre. Evocative illustrations.
by Harriet M. Ziefert
Illustrator: Donald Saaf
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
An imaginative take on sibling rivalry between the family's dog and little Pierre. Evocative illustrations.
Queen of the World
written and ill. by Thomas F. Yezerski
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
Three sisters have a problem getting along until they unite to make Mom's birthday dream come true.
written and ill. by Thomas F. Yezerski
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
Three sisters have a problem getting along until they unite to make Mom's birthday dream come true.
Rain
written and ill. by Manya Stojic
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
Vivid brushstrokes depict Africa's savanna animals as they await and savor rain.
written and ill. by Manya Stojic
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
Vivid brushstrokes depict Africa's savanna animals as they await and savor rain.
Red Rubber Boot Day
by Mary Lyn Ray
Illustrator: Lauren Stringer
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
Gentle colorful evocation of the pleasures of a rainy day, both inside and outside.
by Mary Lyn Ray
Illustrator: Lauren Stringer
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2000
Gentle colorful evocation of the pleasures of a rainy day, both inside and outside.