Top-rated books by Alan MacDonald
Books like Alan MacDonald’s
Award winning
Me, the Queen and Christopher
Andreae Giles, Giles, Reae, Tony Ross, 2012
96 pages
Why to read
Vivid, engaging narrative fosters imagination.
Characters emulate resilience and friendship.
Enhances problem-solving and empathy skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Me, the Queen and Christopher
Andreae Giles, Giles, Reae, Tony Ross, 2012
Award winning
The Adventures of Gertrude the Guinea Pig
Maxine Fisher, Tom Hachtman, 2023
79 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure that sparks imagination and curiosity.
Teaches valuable life lessons through relatable animal characters.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Perfect blend of fun narrative and educational content.

The Adventures of Gertrude the Guinea Pig
Maxine Fisher, Tom Hachtman, 2023
Award winning
Neil and the Moon's Secret
Hrant Abrahamyan, 2023
25 pages
Why to read
Inspires curiosity about space and astronomy.
Boosts understanding of friendship and teamwork.
Engages young minds with vivid illustrations.
Encourages exploration and scientific thinking.

Neil and the Moon's Secret
Hrant Abrahamyan, 2023
Award winning
Sparky the Broken Mirror
Joseph Michael Schimmel, Emily Pinneri, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of self-acceptance and uniqueness.
Encourages empathy and understanding of differences.
Engaging storyline fosters imaginative thinking.
Ideal for family bonding through shared reading.

Sparky the Broken Mirror
Joseph Michael Schimmel, Emily Pinneri, 2023
Award winning
Where Do Diggers Trick-or-Treat?
Brianna Caplan Sayres, 2021
22 pages
Why to read
Explores festive traditions through a charming digger's perspective.
Stimulates imagination with vibrant illustrations and fun storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with playful, thematic language.
Encourages curiosity about cultural celebrations.

Where Do Diggers Trick-or-Treat?
Brianna Caplan Sayres, 2021
Award winning
The Real Life Adventures of AC Hammer
Dawn Hammer, AC Hammer, 2023
26 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure stimulates curiosity and imagination.
Characters exemplify teamwork and resourcefulness.
Enhances problem-solving skills through captivating challenges.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Real Life Adventures of AC Hammer
Dawn Hammer, AC Hammer, 2023
Pizza Shark
Mike Lowery, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging, fun-filled adventurous tale.
Encourages creativity and problem-solving skills.
Delightfully quirky, relatable characters.
Supports language development through playful storytelling.

Pizza Shark
Mike Lowery, 2024
Award winning
Small Flames: Jory the Orange Dragon
A M Luzzader, Joshua Bostwick, 2023
94 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled tale encourages curiosity and exploration.
Builds emotional intelligence through Jory's relatable struggles.
Enhances vocabulary and reading skills effectively.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
