Top-rated books by Barry Wilkinson
Cleopatra (What's Their Story?)
Age: 7-11
Books like Barry Wilkinson’s
Award winning
A Glorious Age in Africa: The Story of 3 Great African Empires (Awp Young Readers Series)
Daniel Chu, Eliott Skinner, Moneta Barnett, and Elliott Skinner Chu, Daniel, 1965
120 pages
Why to read
Explores rich history of three major African empires.
Enhances knowledge of African culture and heritage.
Encourages curiosity about historical events and figures.
Supports development of cultural awareness and understanding.
A Glorious Age in Africa: The Story of 3 Great African Empires (Awp Young Readers Series)
Daniel Chu, Eliott Skinner, Moneta Barnett, and Elliott Skinner Chu, Daniel, 1965
Award winning
If You Traveled on the Underground Railroad
Ellen Levine, Larry Johnson, 1988
64 pages
Why to read
Engages children with historical, adventurous storytelling.
Empowers with tales of resilience and courage.
Illustrates the importance of freedom and bravery.
Supports history education with engaging narratives.
If You Traveled on the Underground Railroad
Ellen Levine, Larry Johnson, 1988
Award winning
African Beginnings
James Haskins, Kathleen Benson, Floyd Cooper, 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, Floyd Cooper, 1998
Award winning
The Story of the Crusaders (Usborne Young Reading (Series 3))
Rob Lloyd Jones, 2007
64 pages
Why to read
Engaging historical narrative enhances historical knowledge.
Introduces complex events in an accessible manner.
Boosts comprehension and retention of historical facts.
Encourages deeper understanding of global cultures.
The Story of the Crusaders (Usborne Young Reading (Series 3))
Rob Lloyd Jones, 2007
Award winning
The Story of Hanukkah
David A. Adler, Jill Weber, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Illuminates cultural traditions through engaging storytelling.
Fosters understanding of historic religious events.
Encourages appreciation of diverse celebrations.
Ideal for shared reading during Hanukkah.
The Story of Hanukkah
David A. Adler, Jill Weber, 2011
Award winning
Ladybird Histories: Tudors and Stuarts
Ladybird Books, Ladybird, 2013
64 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with fascinating historical periods.
Boosts understanding of Tudor and Stuart eras.
Encourages historical curiosity and learning.
Beautifully illustrated, captivating young readers.
Ladybird Histories: Tudors and Stuarts
Ladybird Books, Ladybird, 2013
500 Things to Know About the Ancient World
Carolyn Howitt, 2007
152 pages
Why to read
Engages children's curiosity about ancient civilizations.
Enhances historical knowledge and cultural awareness.
Stimulates interest in archaeology and adventure.
Supports development of critical thinking skills.
500 Things to Know About the Ancient World
Carolyn Howitt, 2007
Award winning
I Am Sonia Sotomayor: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, Christopher Eliopoulos, 2018
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Sonia Sotomayor's real-life achievements.
Encourages values of perseverance and courage.
Empowers children to dream big and work hard.
Illustrates the impact one person can make.
