Top-rated books by Alison McNicol
Books like Alison McNicol’s
Award winning
Bintou's Braids
Sylvianne Diouf, Shane Evans, 2001
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and personal identity.
Enhances understanding of family and community roles.
Supports self-esteem and acceptance through personal growth.
Provides vibrant visuals and engaging storytelling.
Bintou's Braids
Sylvianne Diouf, Shane Evans, 2001
Award winning
The Three Bears
Yuri Salzman, 1987
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative sparks imagination and creativity.
Characters embody diversity, fostering inclusivity.
Enhances problem-solving through plot-driven challenges.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Three Bears
Yuri Salzman, 1987
Award winning
The Chinese Emperor's New Clothes
Ying Chang Compestine, Nancy Wu, Recorded Books, David Roberts-, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant retelling of classic tale with cultural twist.
Encourages values of honesty and courage.
Engages children with colorful, vivid illustrations.
Supports multicultural understanding and appreciation.
The Chinese Emperor's New Clothes
Ying Chang Compestine, Nancy Wu, Recorded Books, David Roberts-, 2017
Award winning
Grandma Comes to Stay
Ifeoma Onyefulu, 2010
32 pages
Why to read
Showcases cultural heritage through vivid storytelling.
Strengthens family values and relationships.
Enhances understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Supports developmental growth in young readers.
Grandma Comes to Stay
Ifeoma Onyefulu, 2010
Award winning
Little Critter: Merry Christmas, Little Critter!: A Christmas Holiday Book for Kids
Mercer Mayer, 2004
16 pages
Why to read
Captures joy of Christmas through Little Critter's adventures.
Encourages understanding of holiday traditions and family values.
Illustrations enhance engagement and comprehension.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering parent-child bonding.
Little Critter: Merry Christmas, Little Critter!: A Christmas Holiday Book for Kids
Mercer Mayer, 2004
Award winning
Baby Jesus
Lois Rock, 2005
16 pages
Why to read
Vivid portrayal of a classic, inspirational story.
Enhances understanding of cultural and religious values.
Encourages compassion and empathy in young readers.
Beautiful illustrations complement engaging narrative.
Baby Jesus
Lois Rock, 2005
Award winning
A Dupatta Is...
Marzieh Abbas, Anu Chouhan, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and understanding.
Stimulates children's imagination and curiosity.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Encourages appreciation for different cultural heritages.
A Dupatta Is...
Marzieh Abbas, Anu Chouhan, 2023
Award winning
10 Valentine Friends
Janet Schulman, Scholastic Inc., Linda Davick, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates friendships with heartwarming, festive storytelling.
Encourages counting skills through interactive, playful narrative.
Supports concept of sharing and caring among friends.
Vibrant illustrations that capture the Valentine spirit.
