Top-rated books by Benjamin Phillips
Alte Zachen / Old Things
Age: 12-17
Books like Benjamin Phillips’s
Award winning
Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Educates on historical events through narrative storytelling.
Addresses complex themes with age-appropriate language.
Encourages awareness and understanding of racial history.
Supports discussions on equality and human rights.

Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2021
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
The Search for the Giant Arctic Jellyfish
Chloe Savage, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Adventurous journey in the Arctic stimulates imagination.
Characters display teamwork, enhancing social development.
Introduces scientific concepts, fostering curiosity.
Vibrant illustrations complement engaging narrative.

The Search for the Giant Arctic Jellyfish
Chloe Savage, 2022
Award winning
Unsolved Case Files: Escape at 10,000 Feet
Tom Sullivan, 2021
98 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with thrilling, real-life unsolved mystery.
Encourages critical thinking and deductive reasoning skills.
Interactive layout bolsters focus and attention to detail.
Inspires curiosity and discussion within family reading time.

Unsolved Case Files: Escape at 10,000 Feet
Tom Sullivan, 2021
Award winning
Ida B. Wells, Voice of Truth
Michelle Duster, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of Ida B. Wells' fight for justice.
Empowers children with real historical role models.
Enhances awareness of social issues and equality.
Stimulates discussions on history and rights.

Ida B. Wells, Voice of Truth
Michelle Duster, 2022
Award winning
The Apartment House on Poppy Hill: Book 1 (Apartment House on Poppy Hill, 1)
Nina Lacour, 2023
132 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters imagination and emotional understanding.
Characters exemplify resilience and teamwork.
Encourages empathy and practical problem-solving skills.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.

The Apartment House on Poppy Hill: Book 1 (Apartment House on Poppy Hill, 1)
Nina Lacour, 2023
Award winning
Cleopatra Tells All!
Chris Naunton, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging historical narrative with vibrant illustrations.
Enhances knowledge about Cleopatra and ancient Egyptian culture.
Encourages historical curiosity and learning.
Supports development of reading comprehension skills.

Cleopatra Tells All!
Chris Naunton, 2022
Award winning
Overground Railroad
Lesa Cline-Ransome, 2020
48 pages
Why to read
Chronicles a family's migration during the Great Migration.
Highlights resilience and hope in the face of change.
Educates on historical events through a child’s perspective.
Encourages discussions on history and social justice.
