Top-rated books by Ian Smith
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Award winning
The Night Before Christmas - Illustrated by Arthur Rackham
Clement Clarke Moore, Arthur Rackham, Lindsay Dale-Scott, 1823
42 pages
Why to read
Classic Christmas tale, delightfully illustrated by Arthur Rackham.
Captures the magic and excitement of Christmas Eve.
Timeless story encourages family reading tradition.
Enhances children's imagination and joy for holidays.
The Night Before Christmas - Illustrated by Arthur Rackham
Clement Clarke Moore, Arthur Rackham, Lindsay Dale-Scott, 1823
Winter Things: How to Draw Books for Kids with Christmas trees, Elves, Wreaths, Gifts, and Santa Claus
Alli Koch, Rachel A. Gold, Paige Tate & Co., 2024
80 pages
Why to read
Enhances creativity through festive drawing tutorials.
Boosts fine motor skills with guided drawing activities.
Fosters holiday spirit with iconic seasonal characters.
Interactive and enjoyable learning for children.
Winter Things: How to Draw Books for Kids with Christmas trees, Elves, Wreaths, Gifts, and Santa Claus
Alli Koch, Rachel A. Gold, Paige Tate & Co., 2024
Award winning
Hamish and the Wee Witch
Moira Miller, Mairi Hedderwick, 1988
80 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure of Hamish with a whimsical witch.
Enhances creativity and imagination in young readers.
Teaches valuable lessons on friendship and bravery.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Hamish and the Wee Witch
Moira Miller, Mairi Hedderwick, 1988
Award winning
Hooray for Halloween! (Barbie) (Look-Look)
Diane Wright Landolf, Karen Wolcott, 2004
24 pages
Why to read
Engages children with fun, festive Halloween theme.
Inspires creativity through Barbie's costume choices.
Encourages bravery and friendship in festive scenarios.
Supports learning through joyful storytelling.
Hooray for Halloween! (Barbie) (Look-Look)
Diane Wright Landolf, Karen Wolcott, 2004
Award winning
Twas the Night Before Christmas
Clement Clarke Moore, Clement C. Moore, Douglas W. Gorsline, 1823
32 pages
Why to read
Classic, cherished Christmas tale sparks holiday spirit.
Enhances vocabulary with rhythmic, poetic language.
Supports literacy development through engaging storytelling.
Encourages family bonding during festive read-alouds.
Twas the Night Before Christmas
Clement Clarke Moore, Clement C. Moore, Douglas W. Gorsline, 1823
The Man Who Sold His Shadow: Small Book (Pelican Big Books)
Michael Rosen, 1995
24 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of value, decision-making, and consequence.
Encourages creativity and philosophical thinking in young minds.
Supports development of moral and ethical reasoning.
Engaging narrative that holds children's attention.
The Man Who Sold His Shadow: Small Book (Pelican Big Books)
Michael Rosen, 1995
Award winning
Chocolatina
Erik Kraft, Denise Brunkus, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and laughter through a whimsical storyline.
Encourages healthy eating habits with a playful twist.
Strengthens reading skills in early elementary-aged children.
Engaging and delightful, perfect for family reading time.
Chocolatina
Erik Kraft, Denise Brunkus, 1998
Award winning
Harper and the Scarlet Umbrella
Cerrie Burnell, Laura Ellen Anderson, 2020
128 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with magical, adventure-based storyline.
Encourages empathy through relatable, diverse characters.
Develops problem-solving skills in young readers.
Strengthens parent-child bonding through shared reading.
