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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Thriller
edited by Jon Scieszka
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
Encounter ghosts, monsters, bullies, criminals, and the boys who confront them in these ten stories. Evocative black-and-white illustrations.
edited by Jon Scieszka
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
Encounter ghosts, monsters, bullies, criminals, and the boys who confront them in these ten stories. Evocative black-and-white illustrations.
Ticks
by Sandra Markle
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
All you want to know about ticks (or not!) is included in this accurate, well-illustrated scientific study. Useful information about protection from tick bites
by Sandra Markle
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
All you want to know about ticks (or not!) is included in this accurate, well-illustrated scientific study. Useful information about protection from tick bites
Trapped
by Marc Aronson
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
In August 2010 experts from around the world cooperated in a harrowing rescue of miners trapped in an unsafe mine. Includes source notes and suggestions for further reading.
by Marc Aronson
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
In August 2010 experts from around the world cooperated in a harrowing rescue of miners trapped in an unsafe mine. Includes source notes and suggestions for further reading.
Treasury of Greek Mythology
by Donna Jo Napoli
Illustrator: Christina Balit
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
European-language scholar Napoli reinterprets these well-known tales in a lavishly illustrated, oversized collection, ranging from the familiar to lesser-known deities.
by Donna Jo Napoli
Illustrator: Christina Balit
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
European-language scholar Napoli reinterprets these well-known tales in a lavishly illustrated, oversized collection, ranging from the familiar to lesser-known deities.
Trouble-Maker
by Andrew Clements
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
Clayton thinks it's cool to act out in school until the brother he was trying to impress surprises him.
by Andrew Clements
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
Clayton thinks it's cool to act out in school until the brother he was trying to impress surprises him.
True (...sort of)
by Katherine Hannigan
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
Where Delly Pattison goes, trouble follows. She is on her very last chance as she tries a life-saving friendship with Ferris Boyd.
by Katherine Hannigan
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
Where Delly Pattison goes, trouble follows. She is on her very last chance as she tries a life-saving friendship with Ferris Boyd.
Under the Mambo Moon
by Julia Durango
Illustrator: Fabricio VandenBroeck
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
The customers in Papa's music store describe their favorite Latin dances in a series of poems. Vibrant colored pencil illustrations alternate with black-and-white prints.
by Julia Durango
Illustrator: Fabricio VandenBroeck
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
The customers in Papa's music store describe their favorite Latin dances in a series of poems. Vibrant colored pencil illustrations alternate with black-and-white prints.
Waiting for the Magic
by Patricia MacLachlan
Illustrator: Amy June Bates
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
Papa leaves, and the family turns to new pets to help cope with the separation.
by Patricia MacLachlan
Illustrator: Amy June Bates
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
Papa leaves, and the family turns to new pets to help cope with the separation.
Warp Speed
by Lisa Yee
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
Running from the bullies who fought him, seventh-grader Marley becomes a champion runner.
by Lisa Yee
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
Running from the bullies who fought him, seventh-grader Marley becomes a champion runner.
We Are America
by Walter Dean Myers
Illustrator: Christopher Myers
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
A celebration of multicultural America which depicts who we are. Uses historical quotes.
by Walter Dean Myers
Illustrator: Christopher Myers
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
A celebration of multicultural America which depicts who we are. Uses historical quotes.
What to Expect When You're Expecting Larvae
by
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
Through a question and answer format, the many facts about the offspring of insects are presented with zest and humor. Whimsical multimedia illustrations, well referenced.
by
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
Through a question and answer format, the many facts about the offspring of insects are presented with zest and humor. Whimsical multimedia illustrations, well referenced.
Which Side Are You On?
by George Ella Lyon
Illustrator: Christopher Cardinale
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
In 1931, the wife of a United Mine Workers organizer wrote the words to this song, which is a union anthem to this day. Bold illustrations. Bibliography. Words and music included.
by George Ella Lyon
Illustrator: Christopher Cardinale
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
In 1931, the wife of a United Mine Workers organizer wrote the words to this song, which is a union anthem to this day. Bold illustrations. Bibliography. Words and music included.
Wild Life
by Cynthia DeFelice
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
When twelve-year-old Eric's parents are deployed to Iraq, he is sent to live in North Dakota with his grandparents, and then learns about survival the hard way, with the help of a dog he rescues.
by Cynthia DeFelice
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
When twelve-year-old Eric's parents are deployed to Iraq, he is sent to live in North Dakota with his grandparents, and then learns about survival the hard way, with the help of a dog he rescues.
Wildwood
written by Colin Meloy
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
When Prue McKeel's baby brother is abducted, she enters the “Impassable Wilderness” to rescue him and discovers a magical world full of danger and discord.
written by Colin Meloy
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
When Prue McKeel's baby brother is abducted, she enters the “Impassable Wilderness” to rescue him and discovers a magical world full of danger and discord.
With a Name Like Love
by Tess Hilmo
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
The itinerant Love “preaching family” sets up camp in Binder, Arkansas. They become involved in a local tragedy and work to set things straight.
by Tess Hilmo
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
The itinerant Love “preaching family” sets up camp in Binder, Arkansas. They become involved in a local tragedy and work to set things straight.
With the Might of Angels
by Andrea Davis Pinkney
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
In 1954, twelve-year-old Dawnie Rae integrates an all-white school in Hadley, Virginia, where her family consequently suffers abuse and financial distress. Archival photographs and historical notes.
by Andrea Davis Pinkney
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
In 1954, twelve-year-old Dawnie Rae integrates an all-white school in Hadley, Virginia, where her family consequently suffers abuse and financial distress. Archival photographs and historical notes.
Wonkstein
by Obert Skye
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
Rob prides himself on a junk-filled closet, and when a small creature mysteriously pops out, the fun really begins. Amusing ink drawings on every page.
by Obert Skye
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
Rob prides himself on a junk-filled closet, and when a small creature mysteriously pops out, the fun really begins. Amusing ink drawings on every page.
World Without Fish
by Mark Kurlansky
Illustrator: Frank Stockton
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
The effect of overfishing, technology, and global warming on ocean life is described. Although lacking in sources, the author has written extensively in this field and they are easily available. Excellent illustrations and design.
by Mark Kurlansky
Illustrator: Frank Stockton
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
The effect of overfishing, technology, and global warming on ocean life is described. Although lacking in sources, the author has written extensively in this field and they are easily available. Excellent illustrations and design.
Wrapped
by Jennifer Bradbury
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
In England during the Napoleonic Wars, Agnes, a privileged but plucky teenager, becomes intrigued by Egyptology and a mysterious plot against her country.
by Jennifer Bradbury
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
In England during the Napoleonic Wars, Agnes, a privileged but plucky teenager, becomes intrigued by Egyptology and a mysterious plot against her country.
You'll Like It Here (Everybody Does)
by
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
The Blues, aliens who were forced to leave their home, are searching for a place that offers security but also intellectual freedom.
by
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
The Blues, aliens who were forced to leave their home, are searching for a place that offers security but also intellectual freedom.
You Will Call Me Drog
by Sue Cowing
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
A sinister talking puppet refuses to leave eleven-year-old Parker's hand. What can he do to get rid of it?
by Sue Cowing
Ages: 9+
Published: 2011
A sinister talking puppet refuses to leave eleven-year-old Parker's hand. What can he do to get rid of it?
100% Wolf
by Jayne Lyons
Illustrator: Victor Rivas
Ages: 9+
Published: 2010
When Freddy turns into a poodle instead of a werewolf, his heroic adventures begin.
by Jayne Lyons
Illustrator: Victor Rivas
Ages: 9+
Published: 2010
When Freddy turns into a poodle instead of a werewolf, his heroic adventures begin.
After All, You're Callie Boone
by Winnie Mack
Ages: 9+
Published: 2010
Eleven-year-old Callie discovers friendship, talent, and courage during one remarkable summer.
by Winnie Mack
Ages: 9+
Published: 2010
Eleven-year-old Callie discovers friendship, talent, and courage during one remarkable summer.
After the Fire
by Becky Citra
Ages: 9+
Published: 2010
During a lake vacation, Melissa gains a new understanding of her struggling mother and learns that friends are sometimes not who they seem to be.
by Becky Citra
Ages: 9+
Published: 2010
During a lake vacation, Melissa gains a new understanding of her struggling mother and learns that friends are sometimes not who they seem to be.
A Good Horse
by Jane Smiley
Ages: 9+
Published: 2010
An eighth grader learns that her success as a skilled equestrian and trainer at her family's California ranch may lead to the sale and loss of her most beloved colt.
by Jane Smiley
Ages: 9+
Published: 2010
An eighth grader learns that her success as a skilled equestrian and trainer at her family's California ranch may lead to the sale and loss of her most beloved colt.