Top-rated books by Alison Cole
Eyewitness: Renaissance
Age: 8-12
Books like Alison Cole’s
Award winning
Heroes of Black History (America Handbooks, a Time for Kids)
Editors Of Time For Kids, TIME for Kids, 2017
192 pages
Why to read
Highlighting impactful figures in African American history.
Engaging storytelling with vivid illustrations.
Encourages respect for diversity and cultural awareness.
Ideal for shared reading and educational enhancement.
Heroes of Black History (America Handbooks, a Time for Kids)
Editors Of Time For Kids, TIME for Kids, 2017
Award winning
Alexander the Great (Discoveries)
Peter Chrisp, 2000
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative of a historical figure's adventures.
Encourages curiosity about history and different cultures.
Supports development of vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Inspires leadership and bravery in young readers.
Alexander the Great (Discoveries)
Peter Chrisp, 2000
Award winning
African Beginnings
James Haskins, Kathleen Benson, 1998
48 pages
Why to read
Explores rich histories of ancient African civilizations.
Enhances understanding of diverse cultures and heritage.
Supports development of global awareness in children.
Engaging storytelling sparks curiosity and learning.
African Beginnings
James Haskins, Kathleen Benson, 1998
Award winning
Ghosts of the Civil War
Cheryl Harness, 2002
48 pages
Why to read
Explores historical events through engaging, narrative storytelling.
Introduces complex themes in an accessible, child-friendly manner.
Enhances understanding of American history and civil rights.
Encourages empathy and cultural awareness through relatable characters.
Ghosts of the Civil War
Cheryl Harness, 2002
Award winning
Smart About Chocolate: A Sweet History (Smart About History)
Sandra Markle, Charise Mericle Harper, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Explores chocolate history in an engaging, child-friendly manner.
Illustrations enhance learning and captivate young readers.
Encourages historical curiosity and knowledge retention.
Ideal for shared reading, enriching family discussions.
Smart About Chocolate: A Sweet History (Smart About History)
Sandra Markle, Charise Mericle Harper, 2004
Award winning
Vile Vikings (Smelly Old History)
Mary Dobson, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging look into Viking history with a humorous twist.
Encourages historical curiosity and learning about different cultures.
Interactive scratch-and-sniff format enhances sensory engagement.
Ideal for shared reading, boosting literacy and bonding.
Vile Vikings (Smelly Old History)
Mary Dobson, 1998
Award winning
So You Want to Be President?: The Revised and Updated Edition
Judith St. George, 2000
48 pages
Why to read
Inspires civic engagement and political curiosity.
Highlights diverse backgrounds of U.S. Presidents.
Encourages leadership qualities in young readers.
Updated edition includes recent presidential facts.
So You Want to Be President?: The Revised and Updated Edition
Judith St. George, 2000
Award winning
Smart About the Presidents (Smart About History)
Maryann Cocca-Leffler, Jon Buller, Dana Regan, 2004
64 pages
Why to read
Engaging educational content on U.S. Presidents.
Enhances historical knowledge and curiosity.
Promotes critical thinking and retention.
Ideal for shared reading with family.
