Top-rated books by Suzanne Francis
Books like Suzanne Francis’s
Award winning
R-E-S-P-E-C-T: Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2020
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates Aretha Franklin's impactful life and career.
Inspires children with strong, influential female role model.
Encourages respect and determination through engaging storytelling.
Beautiful illustrations complement powerful narrative.
R-E-S-P-E-C-T: Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2020
We are The Beatles (Ordinary People Change the World)
Brad Meltzer, 2025
40 pages
Why to read
True story told in fun comics.
Celebrates friendship and teamwork.
Teaches history through music.
Inspires creative confidence.
We are The Beatles (Ordinary People Change the World)
Brad Meltzer, 2025
Award winning
The Green Piano
Tonya Bolden, Roberta Flack, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through musical and colorful storytelling.
Encourages emotional growth and self-expression in children.
Supports developmental milestones with engaging narratives.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading times.
The Green Piano
Tonya Bolden, Roberta Flack, 2023
Award winning
Change Sings: A Children's Anthem
Loren Long, Amanda Gorman, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers children through motivational and lyrical language.
Illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
Encourages positivity and change-making in young minds.
Supports language development and artistic expression.
Change Sings: A Children's Anthem
Loren Long, Amanda Gorman, 2021
Rihanna: A Little Golden Book Biography
Regina Andreoni, 2025
24 pages
Why to read
Celebrates perseverance and self-belief.
Introduces global music culture.
Models kindness and giving back.
Fun, colorful, easy to read.
Rihanna: A Little Golden Book Biography
Regina Andreoni, 2025
Award winning
Great Expectations (Calico Illustrated Classics)
Charles Dickens, Jan Fields, 2010
112 pages
Why to read
Adapted classic, simplified for young readers.
Illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
Themes of growth, ambition, and resilience.
Ideal for developing advanced reading skills.
Great Expectations (Calico Illustrated Classics)
Charles Dickens, Jan Fields, 2010
Award winning
The Beatles: A Little Golden Book Biography
Judy Katschke, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Introduces The Beatles' history in a child-friendly format.
Inspires musical interest and historical curiosity in young readers.
Enhances vocabulary and understanding through engaging storytelling.
Colorful illustrations complement the captivating narrative.
The Beatles: A Little Golden Book Biography
Judy Katschke, 2023
Award winning
I Am Mozart, Too
Audrey Ades, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through music-themed storytelling.
Highlights historical figures in an accessible way for kids.
Encourages musical interest and historical curiosity.
Supports development of identity and self-expression.
