Top-rated books by Jeff Smith
Books like Jeff Smith’s
Award winning
Possum One. The Outback Rocketship
Dan, Pictures By Yvonne Perrin Vallely, Dan Vallely, Yvonne Perrin, Dan, pictures By Yvonne Perrin Vallely, 1986
32 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks curiosity about science and exploration.
Encourages resilience and teamwork through character challenges.
Enhances vocabulary with engaging, descriptive language.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens parent-child bond.

Possum One. The Outback Rocketship
Dan, Pictures By Yvonne Perrin Vallely, Dan Vallely, Yvonne Perrin, Dan, pictures By Yvonne Perrin Vallely, 1986
Award winning
DC Super Hero Girls: Finders Keepers
Courtney Carbone, Tomato Farm, 2017
16 pages
Why to read
Empowers young readers with strong female superhero characters.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Engages children in thrilling, action-packed adventures.
Supports development of reading skills and imagination.

DC Super Hero Girls: Finders Keepers
Courtney Carbone, Tomato Farm, 2017
Award winning
Question Boy Meets Little Miss Know-It-All
Peter Catalanotto, 2012
40 pages
Why to read
Entertaining clash of curiosity and facts.
Boosts critical thinking and inquiry skills.
Encourages respectful debate and discussion.
Fun, engaging read for young minds.

Question Boy Meets Little Miss Know-It-All
Peter Catalanotto, 2012
Award winning
The G-Man Super Journal: Awesome Origins (Amp Comics for Kids)
Chris Giarrusso, 2015
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging superhero origin story sparks imagination.
Promotes values of courage and friendship.
Enhances reading skills and emotional understanding.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.

The G-Man Super Journal: Awesome Origins (Amp Comics for Kids)
Chris Giarrusso, 2015
Frank and the Flames of Truth
Livi Michael, 2004
224 pages
Why to read
Encourages truth-telling through captivating narrative.
Strengthens moral understanding and character development.
Supports cognitive growth through engaging storytelling.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.

Frank and the Flames of Truth
Livi Michael, 2004
Award winning
The Iroquois
Richard Marshall Gaines, Richard Gaines, 2000
28 pages
Why to read
Explores rich heritage of the Iroquois people.
Illustrates important cultural and historical elements.
Encourages respect for diversity and traditions.
Supports development of historical knowledge and empathy.

The Iroquois
Richard Marshall Gaines, Richard Gaines, 2000
Award winning
Phantom Lollipop Man
Pamela Butchart, Thomas Flintham, 2018
272 pages
Why to read
Captivating mystery keeps children engaged.
Encourages creativity through fantastical elements.
Strengthens reading skills and imagination.
Ideal for family reading time bonding.

Phantom Lollipop Man
Pamela Butchart, Thomas Flintham, 2018
Award winning
Spiderman 2 : The Ultimate Guide
Tom DeFalco, Tom de Falco, 2004
168 pages
Why to read
Action-packed adventure stimulates curiosity and imagination.
Features teamwork, highlighting social and emotional growth.
Enhances literacy with dynamic vocabulary and engaging dialogue.
Provides positive moral values through heroism and responsibility.
