Top-rated books by Stephen Bourne
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Age: 14-18
Books like Stephen Bourne’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
The Extraordinary Life of Mary Seacole
Naida Redgrave, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Inspires with real-life heroine Mary Seacole's adventures.
Highlights courage, resilience, and compassion.
Educational content on historical contexts and diversity.
Engages young readers with vivid storytelling.
The Extraordinary Life of Mary Seacole
Naida Redgrave, 2019
Resist!: Peaceful Acts That Changed Our World
Diane Stanley, 2025
48 pages
Why to read
True tales of bravery and change.
Illustrations enliven every historic scene.
Promotes empathy and civic awareness.
Great springboard for thoughtful talks.
Resist!: Peaceful Acts That Changed Our World
Diane Stanley, 2025
A Kids Book About The Tulsa Race Massacre
Luis Moreno, 2025
64 pages
Why to read
Teaches hidden history honestly.
Fosters empathy and fairness.
Encourages thoughtful family dialogue.
Offers kid-sized action steps.
A Kids Book About The Tulsa Race Massacre
Luis Moreno, 2025
Award winning
Rose Blanche
Ian McEwan, Christophe Gallaz, 1985
32 pages
Why to read
Captures historical events through a child's perspective.
Enhances empathy and moral understanding.
Encourages discussions on human rights and justice.
Beautifully illustrated, enhancing visual literacy.
Rose Blanche
Ian McEwan, Christophe Gallaz, 1985
Battles of the American Civil War (A True Book)
Catherine Clinton, 2025
48 pages, Paperback
Why to read
Clear, engaging Civil War overview.
Maps and photos aid understanding.
Fosters empathy for past lives.
Great resource for projects.
Battles of the American Civil War (A True Book)
Catherine Clinton, 2025
Award winning
She Persisted: Claudette Colvin
Lesa Cline-Ransome, Chelsea Clinton, 2021
80 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of courage and determination.
Highlights significant historical events and figures.
Encourages resilience and standing up for justice.
Engaging narrative enhances reading and comprehension skills.
She Persisted: Claudette Colvin
Lesa Cline-Ransome, Chelsea Clinton, 2021
Award winning
Stamped (For Kids): Racism, Antiracism, and You
Jason Reynolds, Ibram X. Kendi, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Addresses complex topics of racism and antiracism accessibly.
Fosters critical thinking and awareness in young readers.
Encourages conversations about equality and justice at home.
Supports development of empathy and inclusivity.
