Top-rated books by Alistair Highet
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Age: 4-12
Books like Alistair Highet’s
Award winning
Skin
Christine Webster, 2005
24 pages
Why to read
Explores diversity and acceptance through engaging story.
Boosts empathy and understanding in young readers.
Encourages self-confidence and celebrating differences.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Skin
Christine Webster, 2005
Award winning
The Case of the Smuggler’s Curse
Mark Dawson, F.S. Dawson, Stuart Bache, Ben Mantle, 2020
256 pages
Why to read
Captivating mystery engages young readers' curiosity. - Encourages teamwork and friendship values. - Sharpens deductive reasoning and attention to detail. - Ideal for shared reading sessions between parents and children.
The Case of the Smuggler’s Curse
Mark Dawson, F.S. Dawson, Stuart Bache, Ben Mantle, 2020
Award winning
A Kidnapped Santa Claus - Comic Book
L. Frank Baum, Peter Hertzberg, Alex Robinson, 1904
36 pages
Why to read
Captivating comic adaptation of L. Frank Baum's classic.
Encourages creativity and imagination in young readers.
Features teamwork and resilience in overcoming challenges.
Enhances reading engagement through vivid illustrations.
A Kidnapped Santa Claus - Comic Book
L. Frank Baum, Peter Hertzberg, Alex Robinson, 1904
Award winning
We Met a Police Officer Today: A Children's Picture Book About Facing Fear for Kids Ages 4-8
Kimberly Pattison, Zeynep Dural, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses childhood fears through engaging storytelling.
Introduces kids to community helpers like police officers.
Encourages bravery and understanding in young readers.
Ideal for group reading and classroom discussion.
We Met a Police Officer Today: A Children's Picture Book About Facing Fear for Kids Ages 4-8
Kimberly Pattison, Zeynep Dural, 2023
Award winning
The Trouble with Kevin the Curious Pig
Carol Gardner, Maru Salem-Vargas, 2023
35 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with fun, adventurous storytelling.
Reinforces values of curiosity and perseverance.
Ideal for enhancing early reading skills.
Supports cognitive and emotional development.
The Trouble with Kevin the Curious Pig
Carol Gardner, Maru Salem-Vargas, 2023
Award winning
Who Are Your People?
Bakari Sellers, Reggie Brown, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of community and belonging.
Encourages understanding of diverse backgrounds.
Supports emotional and social development.
Illustrated, engaging narrative for young readers.
Who Are Your People?
Bakari Sellers, Reggie Brown, 2022
Award winning
Worst Hunt Ever
Kalise A Choice, 2023
46 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative enhances imaginative thinking.
Characters demonstrate resilience and teamwork.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Engaging content supports developmental reading milestones.
Worst Hunt Ever
Kalise A Choice, 2023
Shining On: 11 Star Authors' Illuminating Stories
Lois Lowry, Meg Cabot, 2007
176 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through diverse, compelling narratives.
Features engaging journeys of self-discovery and resilience.
Supports emotional and social development in young readers.
Encourages empathy through relatable and complex characters.
