Top-rated books by John Hassall
Books like John Hassall’s
Award winning
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of bravery and compassion.
Highlights the importance of forgiveness and hope.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates young imagination with whimsical storytelling.
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
Award winning
The King of the Golden River
John Ruskin, 1841
60 pages
Why to read
Classic tale featuring magic, adventure, and moral lessons.
Encourages values of kindness and consequences of greed.
Stimulates imagination through vivid fantastical elements.
Suitable for family reading and discussion.
The King of the Golden River
John Ruskin, 1841
Lightfall: Shadow of the Bird (Lightfall 2)
Tim Probert, 2022
249 pages
Why to read
Engaging fantasy adventure fosters creativity.
Builds resilience through character challenges.
Enhances problem-solving with intricate plot twists.
Strengthens reading skills in young readers.
Lightfall: Shadow of the Bird (Lightfall 2)
Tim Probert, 2022
They Call Me No Sam!
Drew Daywalt, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and self-expression in young readers.
Engages children with vibrant illustrations and lively text.
Empowers children through themes of individuality and resilience.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
They Call Me No Sam!
Drew Daywalt, 2024
Award winning
The Adventures of Pinocchio: With Annotated
Carlo Collodi, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Classic tale encourages honesty and integrity.
Enhances imagination with whimsical adventures.
Annotated version offers comprehensive understanding.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Adventures of Pinocchio: With Annotated
Carlo Collodi, 2021
Award winning
Cinderella (As If You Didn't Already Know the Story)
Barbara Ensor, 2006
99 pages
Why to read
Modern twist on classic fairy tale, engaging young readers.
Enhances creativity through unique storytelling approaches.
Encourages emotional development and empathy.
Perfect for bonding during family reading time.
Cinderella (As If You Didn't Already Know the Story)
Barbara Ensor, 2006
Award winning
Persephone
Sally Pomme Clayton, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging myth-based storytelling enhances cultural knowledge.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate young minds.
Empowers resilience through relatable protagonist Persephone.
Encourages child-parent bonding over shared reading.
Persephone
Sally Pomme Clayton, 2009
Award winning
Flesh and Blood
Jackie French, 2004
222 pages
Why to read
Explores deep familial relationships and resilience.
Encourages empathy and understanding through emotional narrative.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary with engaging prose.
Supports emotional development and conflict resolution.
