Top-rated books by Margot Tomes
Homesick (Puffin Modern Classics)
Age: 8-12
Books like Margot Tomes’s
Cyrano de Bergerac (Classics Illustrated)
Edmond Rostand, 2023
135 pages
Why to read
Timeless story in vivid comic art.
Explores judging beyond appearances.
Balances swashbuckling action and emotion.
Boosts vocabulary through poetic lines.
Cyrano de Bergerac (Classics Illustrated)
Edmond Rostand, 2023
Award winning
A Book, Too, Can Be a Star
Charlotte Jones Voiklis, Jennifer Adams, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and exploration in young minds.
Encourages emotional growth through relatable storytelling.
Supports literacy development in early learners.
Enhances parent-child bonding over shared reading.
A Book, Too, Can Be a Star
Charlotte Jones Voiklis, Jennifer Adams, 2022
Award winning
I Am Benjamin Franklin: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Benjamin Franklin’s innovative spirit.
Highlights importance of curiosity and perseverance.
Encourages historical knowledge and civic awareness.
Engaging storytelling suitable for young readers.
I Am Benjamin Franklin: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2020
Award winning
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of African American history.
Strengthens empathy through powerful storytelling.
Encourages critical thinking and discussion.
Beautiful, evocative illustrations complement the narrative.
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
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
Susan La Flesche Picotte: Discovering History's Heroes
Diane Bailey, 2021
140 pages
Why to read
Inspires with true story of first Native American doctor.
Highlights perseverance and dedication in facing challenges.
Educational: enriches knowledge of American history.
Empowers young readers to pursue their dreams.
Susan La Flesche Picotte: Discovering History's Heroes
Diane Bailey, 2021
Award winning
The Story of Maya Angelou
Tiffany Obeng, 2023
64 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Maya Angelou's resilient, triumphant life story.
Encourages empathy, understanding diverse experiences.
Empowers children with themes of courage and hope.
Educational insight into historical and cultural contexts.
The Story of Maya Angelou
Tiffany Obeng, 2023
Togo
Robert J. Blake, 2025
48 pages
Why to read
Exciting real-life adventure.
Inspires courage and grit.
Stunning, detailed artwork.
Perfect for family discussion.
