Top-rated books by Gordon Carlson
Get Me Out of Here!
Age: 0-2
Books like Gordon Carlson’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
Grumpy Monkey Who Threw That?
Suzanne Lang, 2022
88 pages
Why to read
Helps children explore emotions through engaging storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Supports social and emotional development effectively.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
Grumpy Monkey Who Threw That?
Suzanne Lang, 2022
Award winning
My Weird School Graphic Novel: Dorks in New York!
Dan Gutman, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure in New York City.
Encourages creativity and social skills development.
Enhances vocabulary through engaging dialogue.
Supports emotional growth and friendship values.
My Weird School Graphic Novel: Dorks in New York!
Dan Gutman, 2023
Award winning
Butt or Face?: A Hilarious Animal Guessing Game Book for Kids
Kari Lavelle, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Promotes laughter and joy through playful animal visuals.
Enhances observational skills with engaging guessing games.
Strengthens decision-making abilities in young readers.
Encourages family interaction and shared reading moments.
Butt or Face?: A Hilarious Animal Guessing Game Book for Kids
Kari Lavelle, 2023
Lightfall: The Girl & the Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2020
247 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, captivating storyline.
Encourages creativity and resilience.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary.
Supports emotional and social development.
Lightfall: The Girl & the Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2020
Award winning
Sherlock Bones and the Case of the Crown Jewels (1) (Adventures of Sherlock Bones)
Tim Collins, 2023
192 pages
Why to read
Mystery-solving adventure ignites imagination and curiosity.
Introduces deductive reasoning, enhancing problem-solving skills.
Engaging characters foster emotional and social development.
Perfect blend of fun and educational content for kids.
Sherlock Bones and the Case of the Crown Jewels (1) (Adventures of Sherlock Bones)
Tim Collins, 2023
Award winning
The Ice Cream Vanishes
Julia Sarcone-Roach, 2023
41 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery encourages critical thinking.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate imagination.
Introduces problem-solving in a fun storyline.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Ice Cream Vanishes
Julia Sarcone-Roach, 2023
Cornbread & Poppy at the Carnival
Matthew Cordell, 2022
80 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, engaging carnival adventure.
Encourages friendship values and teamwork.
Stimulates imagination and creativity.
Ideal for shared family reading moments.
