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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Hiccup Snickup
by Melinda Long
Illustrator: Thor Wickstrom
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
The whole family has advice for a little girl with a case of hiccups.
by Melinda Long
Illustrator: Thor Wickstrom
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
The whole family has advice for a little girl with a case of hiccups.
Hoodwinked
written and ill. by Arthur Howard
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
Mitzi wants a pet but choosing the right one proves challenging.
written and ill. by Arthur Howard
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
Mitzi wants a pet but choosing the right one proves challenging.
How Animals Saved the People
retold by J.J. Reneaux
Illustrator: James Ransome
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
Folktales of Appalachian, Native American, African-American and Creole origin.
retold by J.J. Reneaux
Illustrator: James Ransome
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
Folktales of Appalachian, Native American, African-American and Creole origin.
How the Cat Swallowed Thunder
by Lloyd Alexander
Illustrator: Judith Byron Schachner
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
Funny tale of a cat left at home who gets in and out of mischief. Hilarious illustrations.
by Lloyd Alexander
Illustrator: Judith Byron Schachner
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
Funny tale of a cat left at home who gets in and out of mischief. Hilarious illustrations.
Icy Watermelon/Sandía fría
by Mary Sue Galindo
Illustrator: Pauline Rodriguez Howard
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
A loving American Hispanic family gathers in the evening. Warm illustrations. In English and Spanish.
by Mary Sue Galindo
Illustrator: Pauline Rodriguez Howard
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
A loving American Hispanic family gathers in the evening. Warm illustrations. In English and Spanish.
I'm Not Bobby!
written and ill. by Jules Feiffer
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
Mothers should know that children do not always come when called, unless they are hungry.
written and ill. by Jules Feiffer
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
Mothers should know that children do not always come when called, unless they are hungry.
In the Heart
by Ann Turner
Illustrator: Salley Mavor
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
The importance of everyday objects and events in a child's world. Fabric collage illustrations.
by Ann Turner
Illustrator: Salley Mavor
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
The importance of everyday objects and events in a child's world. Fabric collage illustrations.
Is My Friend at Home?
retold by John Bierhorst
Illustrator: Wendy Watson
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
Seven intertwined stories, originating in the Hopi country of northern Arizona, deal with making and keeping friends.
retold by John Bierhorst
Illustrator: Wendy Watson
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
Seven intertwined stories, originating in the Hopi country of northern Arizona, deal with making and keeping friends.
It Wasn't Me!
by Udo Weigelt
Illustrator: Julia Gukova
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
Based on previous knowledge, a raven is unjustly accused by the forest's animals of stealing Ferret's raspberries. Fuzzy, warm illustrations.
by Udo Weigelt
Illustrator: Julia Gukova
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
Based on previous knowledge, a raven is unjustly accused by the forest's animals of stealing Ferret's raspberries. Fuzzy, warm illustrations.
Jake Drake, Bully Buster
by Andrew Clements
Illustrator: Amanda Harvey
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
Jake meets Link, super bully, and must figure out how to survive third grade.
by Andrew Clements
Illustrator: Amanda Harvey
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
Jake meets Link, super bully, and must figure out how to survive third grade.
Johnny Appleseed
by Gwenyth Swain
Illustrator: Janice Lee Porter
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
Well-written, informative and moving account in easy-to-read format.
by Gwenyth Swain
Illustrator: Janice Lee Porter
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
Well-written, informative and moving account in easy-to-read format.
Juan Verdades
retold by Joe Hayes
Illustrator: Joseph Daniel Fiedler
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
If he loses his wager about his foreman's honesty, don Ignacio stands to forfeit his ranch. Folk art illustrations.
retold by Joe Hayes
Illustrator: Joseph Daniel Fiedler
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
If he loses his wager about his foreman's honesty, don Ignacio stands to forfeit his ranch. Folk art illustrations.
Jubela
by Cristina Kessler
Illustrator: JoEllen McAllister Stammen
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
A baby rhino struggles after his mother is killed, but then finds a new mother. Pastel illustrations capture the lushness of the African plain.
by Cristina Kessler
Illustrator: JoEllen McAllister Stammen
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
A baby rhino struggles after his mother is killed, but then finds a new mother. Pastel illustrations capture the lushness of the African plain.
Katje the Windmill Cat
by Gretchen Woelfle
Illustrator: Nicola Bayley
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
The Dutch legend of a cat who saved a baby when a dike broke. Based on a true story with watercolor illustrations.
by Gretchen Woelfle
Illustrator: Nicola Bayley
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
The Dutch legend of a cat who saved a baby when a dike broke. Based on a true story with watercolor illustrations.
Lady Lollipop
by Dick King-Smith
Illustrator: Jill Barton
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
A clever pig keeper and an obliging pig conspire to teach the spoiled princess some manners.
by Dick King-Smith
Illustrator: Jill Barton
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
A clever pig keeper and an obliging pig conspire to teach the spoiled princess some manners.
“Let's Get a Pup!” Said Kate
written and ill. by Bob Graham
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
A loving tale of adopting a new dog. Humorous illustrations.
written and ill. by Bob Graham
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
A loving tale of adopting a new dog. Humorous illustrations.
Lexi's Tale
by Johanna Hurwitz
Illustrator: Patience Brewster
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
Squirrel Lexi and guinea pig PeeWee befriend a homeless man in Central Park. Line drawings.
by Johanna Hurwitz
Illustrator: Patience Brewster
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
Squirrel Lexi and guinea pig PeeWee befriend a homeless man in Central Park. Line drawings.
Lookin' for Bird in the Big City
by Robert Burleigh
Illustrator: Marek Los
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
A young Miles Davis plays his horn to New York City's beat as he searches for his idol, Charlie Parker.
by Robert Burleigh
Illustrator: Marek Los
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
A young Miles Davis plays his horn to New York City's beat as he searches for his idol, Charlie Parker.
Loon Summer
by Barbara Santucci
Illustrator: Andrea Shine
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
At a wonderful summer place, Rainie comes to terms with her parents' divorce and grows to understand they love her. Lush watercolor illustrations.
by Barbara Santucci
Illustrator: Andrea Shine
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
At a wonderful summer place, Rainie comes to terms with her parents' divorce and grows to understand they love her. Lush watercolor illustrations.
MacMurtrey's Wall
written and ill. by Mark Sutherland
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
A parable of greedy ambition conquered by love and generosity. Unusual artwork.
written and ill. by Mark Sutherland
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
A parable of greedy ambition conquered by love and generosity. Unusual artwork.
Mama Does the Mambo
by
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
A young Cuban girl helps her widowed mother begin to enjoy life again.
by
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
A young Cuban girl helps her widowed mother begin to enjoy life again.
Master Man
by Aaron Shepard
Illustrator: David Wisniewski
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
When Shadusa tries to prove that he's the real master man, he runs into unexpected obstacles. Funny illustrations.
by Aaron Shepard
Illustrator: David Wisniewski
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
When Shadusa tries to prove that he's the real master man, he runs into unexpected obstacles. Funny illustrations.
Milo's Hat Trick
written and ill. by Jon Agee
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
A friendly bear helps an unsuccessful magician. Hilarious illustrations.
written and ill. by Jon Agee
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
A friendly bear helps an unsuccessful magician. Hilarious illustrations.
Molly and the Magic Wishbone
written and ill. by Barbara McClintock
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
Molly the cat saves the magic wish until the right time. Charming Victorian-style illustrations. Based on the Dickens tale.
written and ill. by Barbara McClintock
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
Molly the cat saves the magic wish until the right time. Charming Victorian-style illustrations. Based on the Dickens tale.
Mr. Putter & Tabby Feed the Fish
by Cynthia Rylant
Illustrator: Arthur Howard
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
Pet goldfish make Tabby “twitchy and batty.”
by Cynthia Rylant
Illustrator: Arthur Howard
Ages: 6+
Published: 2001
Pet goldfish make Tabby “twitchy and batty.”