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Top-rated books by Shelly Dickson Carr
Books like Shelly Dickson Carr’s
Award winning
Ground Zero
Alan Gratz, 2021
336 pages
Why to read
Captivating historical narrative enhances historical awareness.
Highlights resilience, courage in face of adversity.
Encourages empathy, understanding diverse perspectives.
Thought-provoking, stimulates important discussions.
Ground Zero
Alan Gratz, 2021
Into the Sideways World
Ross Welford, 2024
416 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure stimulates children's imagination and curiosity.
Characters demonstrate resilience and teamwork.
Encourages understanding of diverse perspectives and empathy.
Ideal for enhancing family reading time and discussions.
Into the Sideways World
Ross Welford, 2024
Award winning
Warriors: A Starless Clan #1: River
Erin Hunter, 2022
288 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative enhances problem-solving skills.
Features relatable, dynamic characters for emotional development.
Fosters creativity through rich, vivid world-building.
Encourages teamwork, leadership qualities in young readers.
Warriors: A Starless Clan #1: River
Erin Hunter, 2022
Award winning
The Forbidden Island
Trudi Trueit, 2024
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative sparks curiosity and imagination.
Characters exhibit teamwork and resilience.
Enhances critical thinking through mystery-solving elements.
Supports vocabulary expansion and comprehension skills.
The Forbidden Island
Trudi Trueit, 2024
Award winning
Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Educates on historical events through narrative storytelling.
Addresses complex themes with age-appropriate language.
Encourages awareness and understanding of racial history.
Supports discussions on equality and human rights.
Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2021
Award winning
We Are Not Free
Traci Chee, 2020
384 pages
Why to read
Explores resilience through poignant historical narrative.
Enhances understanding of cultural and social issues.
Encourages empathy and awareness among young readers.
Captivating storytelling promotes engagement and discussion.
We Are Not Free
Traci Chee, 2020
Award winning
Operation Do-Over
Gordon Korman, 2023
304 pages
Why to read
Engaging, thought-provoking time-travel adventure.
Encourages resilience and learning from mistakes.
Enhances critical thinking and imaginative skills.
Perfect for family reading, discussion, and bonding.
Operation Do-Over
Gordon Korman, 2023
Award winning
The Lord of Opium (The House of the Scorpion)
Nancy Farmer, 2022
432 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of morality, power, and identity.
Encourages ethical reasoning and personal growth.
Fosters independence and resilience in young readers.
Rich, captivating narrative enhances engagement and imagination.
