Top-rated books by Hackney
Books like Hackney’s
Lenny Henry (Little People, BIG DREAMS)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of Lenny Henry's rise to fame
Encourages perseverance and chasing dreams
Highlights importance of diversity and inclusivity
Engaging and educational read for young children

Lenny Henry (Little People, BIG DREAMS)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2024
Not He or She, I'm Me
A. M. Wild, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates individuality and self-acceptance.
Supports understanding of gender diversity.
Engages young minds with vibrant illustrations.
Encourages empathy and inclusivity in readers.

Not He or She, I'm Me
A. M. Wild, 2023
Award winning
Hide and Shh!: A Not-So-Sneaky Sister Story About Inclusion
Christina Dendy, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages inclusivity and acceptance among siblings and friends.
Highlights problem-solving through playful sibling dynamics.
Fosters emotional intelligence and empathy in young readers.
Engaging narrative that sparks conversations about fairness.

Hide and Shh!: A Not-So-Sneaky Sister Story About Inclusion
Christina Dendy, 2023
Award winning
The Skull
Jon Klassen, Fairuza Balk, 2023
106 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with engaging, mysterious storyline.
Characters exhibit resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Encourages family reading and discussion.

The Skull
Jon Klassen, Fairuza Balk, 2023
Miss Cat: The Case of the Curious Canary
Joëlle Jolivet, Jean-Luc Fromental, 2024
64 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery plot sparks curiosity and imagination.
Relatable cat detective character encourages identification.
Enhances problem-solving skills and critical thinking.
Fun, interactive reading fosters parent-child bonding.

Miss Cat: The Case of the Curious Canary
Joëlle Jolivet, Jean-Luc Fromental, 2024
Finding Hope
Melissa Strangway, Nicola Baker, 2024
303 pages
Why to read
Encourages resilience through captivating storytelling. - Enhances emotional understanding and empathy. - Inspires hope and positivity in young readers. - Supports developmental milestones in literacy and comprehension.

Finding Hope
Melissa Strangway, Nicola Baker, 2024
Award winning
Tiger in Trouble: Book 2 (The Adventure Club)
Jess Butterworth, 2025
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure stimulates imagination and curiosity.
Characters exhibit teamwork, enhancing social skills.
Promotes critical thinking through problem-solving scenarios.
Ideal for cooperative reading sessions between parents and children.

Tiger in Trouble: Book 2 (The Adventure Club)
Jess Butterworth, 2025
The First Cat in Space and the Soup of Doom
Mac Barnett, 2024
272 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with interstellar adventure.
Introduces resilience through quirky, relatable characters.
Encourages problem-solving in whimsical scenarios.
Provides a fun, engaging reading journey.
