Top-rated books by Matt Solomon
The Giant Smugglers
Age: 9-12
Books like Matt Solomon’s
Award winning
Dogtown: Tales of Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Redemption
Gennifer Choldenko, Stefan Bechtel, Applegate Katherine, 2023
352 pages
Why to read
Inspires compassion through rescue animal stories.
Highlights importance of responsibility and care.
Encourages empathy and emotional development.
Engaging real-life tales boost reading interest.
Dogtown: Tales of Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Redemption
Gennifer Choldenko, Stefan Bechtel, Applegate Katherine, 2023
Award winning
The Jungle Book Stories
Rudyard Kipling, 2019
168 pages
Why to read
Timeless tales of adventure and moral lessons.
Cultivates empathy through diverse animal character perspectives.
Strengthens understanding of responsibility and respect.
Ideal for shared reading and family discussion.
The Jungle Book Stories
Rudyard Kipling, 2019
Ember Spark and the Thunder of Dragons
Abi Elphinstone, 2024
253 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks curiosity and imagination.
Features strong, relatable young protagonist.
Encourages resilience and bravery through challenges.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Ember Spark and the Thunder of Dragons
Abi Elphinstone, 2024
Gus: (Red Squirrel Phonics Level 2)
Paul George, 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Enhances phonetic skills through engaging narratives.
Develops early reading abilities effectively.
Vivid illustrations enhance understanding and engagement.
Tailored for young readers at Level 2 proficiency.
Gus: (Red Squirrel Phonics Level 2)
Paul George, 2021
Award winning
The Cat with a Feathery Tail: and Other Stories (Enid Blyton's Popular Rewards Series V)
Enid Blyton, 1946
192 pages
Why to read
Captivating tales promoting imagination and moral lessons.
Engages young readers with relatable, vivid characters.
Stimulates critical thinking through plot-driven challenges.
Ideal for family sharing, enhances bonding and discussion.
The Cat with a Feathery Tail: and Other Stories (Enid Blyton's Popular Rewards Series V)
Enid Blyton, 1946
Award winning
Last Slice of Rainbow
Joan Aiken, 1985
128 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity with vivid, colorful imagery.
Introduces diversity through fantastical, varied characters.
Encourages emotional growth and empathy.
Enhances language skills with rich, descriptive text.
Last Slice of Rainbow
Joan Aiken, 1985
Award winning
Leif the Unlucky Viking: Saga of the Shooting Star
Gary Northfield, 2023
320 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure ignites children's historical curiosity.
Features humorous, yet educational content.
Enhances vocabulary through playful language.
Encourages resilience through Leif's misadventures.
Leif the Unlucky Viking: Saga of the Shooting Star
Gary Northfield, 2023
Award winning
This Little Kitty in the Garden
Karen Obuhanych, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages outdoor exploration and curiosity in children.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.
Enhances vocabulary through repetitive and rhythmic patterns.
Supports early learning about nature and animal behavior.
