Top-rated books by Deborah Ellis
Books like Deborah Ellis’s
Award winning
Some Other War
Linda-Newbery, 2002
240 pages
Why to read
Historically rich, enhances understanding of wartime challenges.
Encourages empathy and emotional development through relatable characters.
Promotes critical thinking about moral and ethical issues.
Ideal for shared family reading, deepens historical awareness.
Some Other War
Linda-Newbery, 2002
Award winning
Stitches
John Nixon Kevin Morrison, Kevin Morrison, John Nixon, 2003
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through engaging and imaginative storytelling.
Characters display resilience, fostering emotional growth in children.
Enhances problem-solving skills with intriguing plot twists.
Encourages parent-child bonding over shared reading moments.
Stitches
John Nixon Kevin Morrison, Kevin Morrison, John Nixon, 2003
Award winning
Girl on a Plane
Miriam Moss, 2015
272 pages
Why to read
Based on real-life 1970 hijacking events.
Showcases resilience through adversity.
Encourages historical awareness and empathy.
Captivating narrative encourages focused, engaged reading.
Girl on a Plane
Miriam Moss, 2015
Award winning
Whale Fall Café
Jacquie Sewell, Dan Tavis, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Explore deep-sea ecosystems in an engaging narrative format.
Inspires curiosity about marine biology and environmental conservation.
Supports comprehension of complex natural processes for young readers.
Encourages empathy towards marine creatures and their habitats.
Whale Fall Café
Jacquie Sewell, Dan Tavis, 2021
Award winning
The Wild Boy
A.A. Williams, Mariia Andrieieva, 2020
74 pages
Why to read
Explores wildness and freedom through vivid storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse lifestyles.
Stimulates imagination and adventurous spirit in young readers.
Supports language development and emotional growth.
The Wild Boy
A.A. Williams, Mariia Andrieieva, 2020
Award winning
The Pond
Nicola Davies, Cathy Fisher, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of grief and healing through nature.
Illustrations complement the serene, reflective storytelling style.
Encourages environmental awareness and curiosity in young readers.
Supports emotional development and understanding of loss.
The Pond
Nicola Davies, Cathy Fisher, 2017
Award winning
Why War Is Never a Good Idea
Alice Walker, Stefano Vitale, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Poetically addresses the harsh realities of war.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Promotes peace and the importance of harmony.
Stimulates thoughtful discussions between children and adults.
Why War Is Never a Good Idea
Alice Walker, Stefano Vitale, 2007
Award winning
Surviving the Wild: Rainbow the Koala
Remy Lai, 2024
112 pages
Why to read
Adventure-packed story aids in confidence-building.
Encourages empathy through Rainbow's unique challenges.
Supports comprehension and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
