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).
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The Thing Lou Couldn't Do
written and illustrated by Ashley Spires
Ages: 6+
Published: 2017
Publisher: Kids Can Press
ISBN: 978-1-77138-727-9
Keywords: Imaginative play, Courage, Fear of failure
When her friends all climb a tree, Lou makes excuses to hide her fear. A humorous story about trying new things. Expressive digital art.