Top-rated books by Craig Crist-Evans
North of Everything
Age: 0-12
Books like Craig Crist-Evans’s
Award winning
The Big Bully
Brian 'smitty' Smith, 2023
64 pages
Why to read
Highlights themes of empathy and friendship.
Teaches conflict resolution and understanding.
Encourages compassion through relatable storytelling.
Crafted for children’s emotional and social development.

The Big Bully
Brian 'smitty' Smith, 2023
Award winning
Baller Ina
Liz Casal, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires teamwork and sportsmanship in young readers.
Features diverse characters, promoting inclusivity.
Enhances vocabulary through engaging sports terminology.
Vivid illustrations complement the upbeat storyline.

Baller Ina
Liz Casal, 2023
The Wind in the Willows – 90th anniversary gift edition: With original artwork, by Winnie-the-Pooh illustrator, E. H. Shepard
Kenneth Grahame, 2025
272 pages
Why to read
Timeless friendship tale.
Vivid illustrations enhance imagination.
Advanced yet musical language.
Humor balances gentle life lessons.

The Wind in the Willows – 90th anniversary gift edition: With original artwork, by Winnie-the-Pooh illustrator, E. H. Shepard
Kenneth Grahame, 2025
Award winning
We Go Way Back
Idan Ben-Barak, Philip Bunting, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captures the essence of childhood friendships.
Vibrant illustrations, easy to follow.
Encourages emotional development and empathy.
Perfect for family bonding over reading.

We Go Way Back
Idan Ben-Barak, Philip Bunting, 2023
Award winning
Come and Join Us!
Liz Kleinrock, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages inclusivity and diversity among young readers.
Enhances social skills through relatable, diverse character interactions.
Stimulates empathy and understanding in children.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young minds.

Come and Join Us!
Liz Kleinrock, 2023
Award winning
InvestiGators: Agents of S.U.I.T.: From Badger to Worse
John Green, Christopher Hastings, 2024
208 pages
Why to read
Engaging and adventurous narrative.
Characters exhibit teamwork and resourcefulness.
Enhances curiosity and deductive reasoning.
Enjoyable, interactive reading journey.

InvestiGators: Agents of S.U.I.T.: From Badger to Worse
John Green, Christopher Hastings, 2024
Award winning
Cornbread & Poppy
Matthew Cordell, 2022
80 pages
Why to read
Charming adventure of friendship and resourcefulness.
Enhances children's understanding of cooperation and sharing.
Lively illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Supports early development of empathy and resilience.

Cornbread & Poppy
Matthew Cordell, 2022
Award winning
Friends Are Friends, Forever
Dane Liu, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates enduring friendships with engaging storytelling.
Teaches empathy and understanding through relatable scenarios.
Encourages emotional development and social skills.
Supports literacy growth with compelling, easy-to-follow text.

