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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Henry, Like Always
Jenn Bailey
Illustrator: Mika Song
Ages: 6+
Published: 2023
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 978-1-7972-1389-7
Keywords: autism spectrum, friendship, early chapter book, social-emotional
When his teacher announces a parade, Henry gets upset that the classroom routine will change. Then he finds a way to manage. Early chapter book. Gentle ink and blue wash illustrations.