Top-rated books by Michael Paraskevas
The Midnight Carnival
Age: 5-8
Books like Michael Paraskevas’s
Award winning
The Hillcrest Hooligans: Book One: Bella Donna Dangle
Kacee Cole, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventures in the magical world of Hillcrest.
Builds empathy through diverse, dynamic characters.
Enhances critical thinking with intricate plots.
Encourages creativity and imagination in young readers.
The Hillcrest Hooligans: Book One: Bella Donna Dangle
Kacee Cole, 2023
Award winning
The Mud Monster
Jay Allen, Bill Taylor, Ujala Shahid, Lee Prentiss, Ed Ford, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Engaging story sparks imagination and adventure.
Teaches resilience through enjoyable narrative.
Encourages empathy with diverse character interactions.
Perfect for family bonding reading time.
The Mud Monster
Jay Allen, Bill Taylor, Ujala Shahid, Lee Prentiss, Ed Ford, 2023
Award winning
Big Ben
Erson, Rachel, Rachel Anderson, anderson-rachel, 2007
123 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with exciting, adventurous storytelling.
Characters display resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through plot-driven challenges.
Supports literacy development with engaging narrative.
Big Ben
Erson, Rachel, Rachel Anderson, anderson-rachel, 2007
Hard Boiled Legs
Michael Rosen, Daniel Rosen, Quentin Blake, 1986
18 pages
Why to read
Engaging and whimsical adventure story.
Characters display resilience and teamwork.
Encourages creative thinking and curiosity.
Ideal for improving reading skills.
Hard Boiled Legs
Michael Rosen, Daniel Rosen, Quentin Blake, 1986
Tommy Parker: Destiny Will Find You! A Tale of Time Travel, Scary Killers and Ghosts.
Anthony Ormond, 2014
336 pages
Why to read
Thrilling adventure in time travel and mysterious events.
Strengthens reading skills through engaging narrative structure.
Encourages historical curiosity and knowledge.
Addresses bravery in the face of challenges.
Tommy Parker: Destiny Will Find You! A Tale of Time Travel, Scary Killers and Ghosts.
Anthony Ormond, 2014
Award winning
It's Laugh O'Clock Joke Book: Christmas Edition: A Fun and Interactive Christmas Game Joke Book for Kids and Family (Stocking Stuffer Ideas For Kids) (Fun Christmas Books For Kids)
Riddleland, 2021
100 pages
Why to read
Interactive, festive-themed jokes enhance family bonding.
Boosts children's linguistic and cognitive abilities.
Perfect stocking stuffer, sparking joy and laughter.
Encourages reading fluency and comprehension in young readers.
It's Laugh O'Clock Joke Book: Christmas Edition: A Fun and Interactive Christmas Game Joke Book for Kids and Family (Stocking Stuffer Ideas For Kids) (Fun Christmas Books For Kids)
Riddleland, 2021
Award winning
The Usborne Book of Classroom Jokes
Leonard Le Rolland, 2003
96 pages
Why to read
Enhances humor and social skills with fun jokes.
Promotes language development and understanding of wordplay.
Encourages joyful family and classroom reading interactions.
Light-hearted content, suitable for elementary school children.
The Usborne Book of Classroom Jokes
Leonard Le Rolland, 2003
Award winning
Try Not to Laugh Challenge: Halloween Joke Book for Kids
Scripto Love Press, Emily McKeon, 2023
114 pages
Why to read
Spooky, fun-filled jokes enhance children's linguistic skills.
Promotes laughter and bonding during family reading time.
Cultivates understanding of humor and timing in young readers.
Encourages confidence through interactive joke-telling.
