Top-rated books by Ronald Kidd
101 Dalmatians
Age: 6-8
The Year of the Bomb
Age: 11-12
Books like Ronald Kidd’s
Award winning
Nobi: Inspiring story about self-confidence, discovery, and friendship for young readers
Abbey Campbell Cook, Leigh Cook, Catherina Matigina, 2022
133 pages
Why to read
Boosts self-confidence through engaging storytelling.
Encourages exploration and personal growth.
Strengthens understanding of friendship values.
Ideal for shared reading sessions with family.

Nobi: Inspiring story about self-confidence, discovery, and friendship for young readers
Abbey Campbell Cook, Leigh Cook, Catherina Matigina, 2022
Award winning
Turn off the Tap
Deborah Chancellor, Diane Ewen, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story teaches importance of water conservation.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate young imaginations.
Develops awareness of environmental responsibility.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Turn off the Tap
Deborah Chancellor, Diane Ewen, 2020
Award winning
Trash Truck: Meet Hank
Netflix Streaming Service, Netflix, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure with Hank, a fun, caring trash truck.
Encourages friendship values and teamwork among young readers.
Stimulates imagination through vibrant, colorful illustrations.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading sessions.

Trash Truck: Meet Hank
Netflix Streaming Service, Netflix, 2021
Award winning
Sofia the Lagoon Dragon
Maddy Mara, 2023
144 pages
Why to read
Engaging fantasy adventure promotes creativity and imagination.
Introduces teamwork and friendship values.
Enhances vocabulary and reading comprehension in young readers.
Encourages exploration of diversity and inclusivity.

Sofia the Lagoon Dragon
Maddy Mara, 2023
Award winning
Amelia Fang and the Barbaric Ball
Erson, Laura Ellen, Laura Ellen Anderson, 2017
224 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enlivens children's imagination.
Characters foster emotional intelligence and resilience.
Encourages creative problem-solving skills.
Stimulates interest in reading through engaging storytelling.

Amelia Fang and the Barbaric Ball
Erson, Laura Ellen, Laura Ellen Anderson, 2017
Award winning
Hurricane Book & CD
David Wiesner, 1990
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating illustrations enhance the stormy adventure.
Stimulates imagination with a fantasy twist.
Encourages curiosity about weather and nature.
Ideal for interactive read-alongs with included CD.

Hurricane Book & CD
David Wiesner, 1990
Another Day on Your Foot and I Would Have Died
John Agard, 1997
111 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative that sparks imagination and creativity.
Features diverse characters promoting inclusivity and understanding.
Encourages empathy and interpersonal skills development.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Another Day on Your Foot and I Would Have Died
John Agard, 1997
Award winning
You are an Amazing Boy: A Collection of Inspiring Stories about Courage, Friendship, Inner Strength and Self-Confidence
Nadia Ross, Special Art Stories, 2021
110 pages
Why to read
Inspires courage and self-confidence in boys.
Features relatable, diverse characters modeling positive behaviors.
Encourages understanding of friendship and inner strength.
Engages young readers with captivating, impactful stories.
