Top-rated books by Alison Cole
Eyewitness: Renaissance
Age: 8-12
Books like Alison Cole’s
Solve Your Own Mystery: The Transylvanian Express
Gareth P. Jones, 2023
447 pages
Why to read
Interactive mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Engages readers with a thrilling, suspenseful narrative.
Encourages critical thinking through clue gathering.
Supports literacy and focus improvement in young readers.

Solve Your Own Mystery: The Transylvanian Express
Gareth P. Jones, 2023
FUNGARIUM
Katie Scott, 2020
112 pages
Why to read
Exploration of fungi's mysterious and crucial role in nature.
Stunning illustrations captivate children’s interest and imagination.
Fosters curiosity and scientific thinking in young minds.
Ideal for family reading, enhancing bond and knowledge.

FUNGARIUM
Katie Scott, 2020
Award winning
Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
224 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with whimsically spooky narratives.
Strengthens reading skills, enriches vocabulary.
Encourages emotional intelligence through relatable fears.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.

Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
Award winning
Leonardo da Vinci's Life of Invention: A stunningly illustrated children’s book on da Vinci’s life, inventions, art and genius
Jake Williams, 2022
95 pages
Why to read
Showcases Leonardo da Vinci's extraordinary inventions and art.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Stunning illustrations captivate and educate simultaneously.
Fosters appreciation for historical figures and their impacts.

Leonardo da Vinci's Life of Invention: A stunningly illustrated children’s book on da Vinci’s life, inventions, art and genius
Jake Williams, 2022
Award winning
Only in Florida (The 50 States)
Heather Alexander, 2024
64 pages
Why to read
Explore unique facts about Florida's history and wildlife.
Engaging illustrations captivate young readers' attention.
Encourages geographic knowledge and cultural awareness.
Perfect for enhancing state-specific education.

Only in Florida (The 50 States)
Heather Alexander, 2024
Award winning
The Sea of Terror: Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2025
161 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled tale enriches curiosity and imagination.
Characters showcase resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through problem-solving scenarios.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Sea of Terror: Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2025
Award winning
Sashiko's Stitches
Sanae Ishida, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Explores creativity through traditional Japanese sewing art.
Encourages perseverance and attention to detail.
Strengthens cultural awareness and appreciation.
Supports development in fine motor skills.

Sashiko's Stitches
Sanae Ishida, 2024
Award winning
The Wonder of Creation: 100 More Devotions About God and Science
Louie Giglio, Tama Fortner, 2021
208 pages
Why to read
Integrates science with faith in easy-to-understand devotions.
Encourages curiosity and exploration of the natural world.
Supports developmental learning in science and religion.
Ideal for shared reading between parents and children.
