Top-rated books by David Belbin
Books like David Belbin’s
The Hostile Smile
Pat Hatt, Jerome Aguilar, 2014
36 pages
Why to read
Engages children with intriguing, suspenseful storytelling.
Enhances understanding of emotions through character interaction.
Encourages resilience and empathy in young readers.
Tailored for middle-grade developmental stages.

The Hostile Smile
Pat Hatt, Jerome Aguilar, 2014
Award winning
Cloaked Shadows
Melissa Hawkes, 2021
350 pages
Why to read
Engaging, mystic adventure stimulates young imaginations.
Characters face challenges, promoting resilience and resourcefulness.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension through captivating narrative.
Encourages parent-child bonding over thrilling story discussions.

Cloaked Shadows
Melissa Hawkes, 2021
Award winning
Mystery of the Red Carnations
Mary C. Jane, 1968
128 pages
Why to read
Mystery plot boosts problem-solving skills.
Engaging characters foster emotional intelligence.
Encourages key observational and deductive reasoning.
Shared reading experience strengthens family bonds.

Mystery of the Red Carnations
Mary C. Jane, 1968
Award winning
The Mystery of the Missing Books
Willow Night, Elizabeth Leach, 2021
113 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Vibrant characters foster empathy and connection.
Strengthens reading comprehension and retention.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading.

The Mystery of the Missing Books
Willow Night, Elizabeth Leach, 2021
Award winning
Footprints
Shannon Jade, Maynard Balinggao, 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters empathy and emotional development.
Encourages curiosity and exploration through vivid storytelling.
Supports language skills and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Footprints
Shannon Jade, Maynard Balinggao, 2021
Award winning
The Secret Lives of Moth and Butterfly: Book One
Brian Bruderer, Elizabeth Firmage, 2022
131 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure that sparks imagination.
Characters that embody resilience and curiosity.
Encourages environmental awareness and respect.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Secret Lives of Moth and Butterfly: Book One
Brian Bruderer, Elizabeth Firmage, 2022
Award winning
Tom Falcoche and the Magic Book
Lucas Rivage, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity through magical storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with engaging language.
Strengthens reading skills, ideal for young readers.
Supports emotional development through character experiences.

Tom Falcoche and the Magic Book
Lucas Rivage, 2023
Award winning
The Solar Eclipse is Coming
Laurie Lunsford, 2023
35 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale about the marvels of a solar eclipse.
Encourages scientific curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Addresses natural phenomena in an engaging, accessible manner.
Supports development of observational and analytical skills.
