Top-rated books by Alex Smith
Olive Morris: Volume 102
Age: 6-8
Coding Unplugged: With Art
Age: 6-10
Books like Alex Smith’s
Award winning
Aaron Slater, Illustrator
Andrea Beaty, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers creativity and self-expression through illustration.
Inspires overcoming dyslexia with relatable protagonist.
Encourages perseverance and individuality for young readers.
Celebrates diversity and inclusivity in storytelling.

Aaron Slater, Illustrator
Andrea Beaty, 2021
Award winning
A Sky-Blue Bench
Bahram Rahman, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers resilience and perseverance in children.
Illustrates overcoming challenges with creativity.
Enhances empathy through diverse cultural perspectives.
Supports literacy with engaging narrative structure.

A Sky-Blue Bench
Bahram Rahman, 2021
Award winning
A Little SPOT of Anger: A Story About Managing BIG Emotions (Inspire to Create A Better You!)
Diane Alber, Rose Rossner, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Teaches kids to manage anger through captivating storytelling.
Characters demonstrate effective emotional regulation strategies.
Supports child development in self-awareness and empathy.
Ideal for engaging parent-child discussions on emotions.

A Little SPOT of Anger: A Story About Managing BIG Emotions (Inspire to Create A Better You!)
Diane Alber, Rose Rossner, 2024
Mr. Ferris and His Wheel
Kathryn Gibbs Davis, 2025
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates dreaming big and refusing to quit.
Introduces real engineering in kid-friendly language.
Colorful art holds attention and sparks questions.
Historical backdrop enriches classroom learning.

Mr. Ferris and His Wheel
Kathryn Gibbs Davis, 2025
Award winning
The Smart Cookie
Jory John, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates self-discovery and intellectual curiosity.
Encourages self-confidence through engaging storytelling.
Supports emotional development and perseverance.
Ideal for family bonding through shared reading.

The Smart Cookie
Jory John, 2021
Award winning
Little Daymond Learns to Earn
Daymond John, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Teaches the value of hard work and perseverance.
Encourages financial literacy from an early age.
Inspires entrepreneurial thinking in young readers.
Engaging storytelling with meaningful life lessons.

Little Daymond Learns to Earn
Daymond John, 2023
Julián at the Wedding
Jessica Love, 2025
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diverse, loving families.
Inspires creativity and imagination.
Teaches resilience after mistakes.
Gorgeous art boosts visual literacy.

Julián at the Wedding
Jessica Love, 2025
Award winning
A Little Scribble SPOT: A Story About Colorful Emotions
Diane Alber, 2023
44 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional intelligence through vibrant illustrations.
Encourages children to express and manage feelings.
Supports early development in recognizing emotions.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.


