Top-rated books by Susan Campbell Bartoletti
Books like Susan Campbell Bartoletti’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
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
Small Room, Big Dreams: The Journey of Julián and Joaquin Castro
Monica Brown, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring tale of perseverance and hard work.
Highlights importance of family support and education.
Encourages children to pursue their dreams.
Showcases real-life success through dedication.

Small Room, Big Dreams: The Journey of Julián and Joaquin Castro
Monica Brown, 2021
The Spider Lady: Nan Songer and Her Arachnid World War II Army
Penny Parker Klostermann, 2025
48 pages
Why to read
Inspires problem-solving through real science.
Engaging wartime history made kid-friendly.
Turns spider fear into fascination.
Perfect for quick yet meaningful read-alouds.

The Spider Lady: Nan Songer and Her Arachnid World War II Army
Penny Parker Klostermann, 2025
Award winning
Kamala Harris: Rooted in Justice
Nikki Grimes, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring tale of Kamala Harris’s journey and achievements.
Teaches children about perseverance and importance of education.
Empowers young readers to dream big and aim high.
Colorful illustrations captivate and engage children's imagination.

Kamala Harris: Rooted in Justice
Nikki Grimes, 2020
Award winning
A Plan for the People: Nelson Mandela’s Hope for His Nation
Charly Palmer, Lindsey Leavitt, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Inspires hope and resilience through Mandela's life story.
Educational insights into South Africa's history and struggles.
Encourages values of leadership and social justice.
Stimulates conversations on fairness and equality.

A Plan for the People: Nelson Mandela’s Hope for His Nation
Charly Palmer, Lindsey Leavitt, 2021
Award winning
Joey: The Story of Joe Biden
Kathleen Krull, Jill Biden, 2020
48 pages
Why to read
Inspiring, true story of resilience and determination.
Educational insight into American political history.
Encourages civic engagement and leadership qualities.
Written by Joe Biden's spouse, Jill Biden.

Joey: The Story of Joe Biden
Kathleen Krull, Jill Biden, 2020
The First Cat in Space and the Soup of Doom
Mac Barnett, 2024
272 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with interstellar adventure.
Introduces resilience through quirky, relatable characters.
Encourages problem-solving in whimsical scenarios.
Provides a fun, engaging reading journey.
