Books Like William Shatner
Families who loved William Shatner by Bruce Hale often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved William Shatner by Bruce Hale often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child starts gazing at the night sky or shows a budding interest in performance and storytelling. It is an ideal pick for introducing the concept that the heroes we see on screen are real people with their own dreams, and that those dreams can sometimes lead to incredible real-life adventures. This biography follows William Shatner from his early days as a curious boy in Canada to his iconic role as Captain Kirk and his eventually real-life journey into space at age 90. The story emphasizes themes of imagination and lifelong curiosity, showing children that it is never too late to try something new. While it introduces the history of television and science fiction, the heart of the book is about the wonder of discovery. It is perfectly paced for the preschool set, using gentle language to connect the dots between make-believe and reality, encouraging a sense of awe about the universe.
