I think everyone would agree that children are hard to pin down in the busy summer months, but there is bound to be some down time. Here are some great books that I think will keep them engaged and encouraged to keep reading.
0-3 years
- I Got a New Friend by Karl Newsom
A sweet introduction to owning a pet. When a little girl gets a new puppy, they both have a lot to learn.
- Little Excavator by Anna Dewdney
Here come the BIG RIGS rolling down the street. Thumpa-Thumpa-Bumpa Beep! Beep! Beep!
- Daisy and the Beastie by Jane Simmons
When Daisy and her brother, Pip, visit Grandpa on his farm, he tells them about a mysterious "Beastie". Daisy and Pip decide to search for it.
3-6 years
- And Then Comes Summer by Tom Brenner
A joyful, sun-drenched tribute to the anticipation and adventures of the warmest season of the year.
- I Don't Want to be a Frog by Dev Petty
After reading about other animals, the young frog decides he no longer wants to be a frog. He tries to be someone he's not.
- Ice Cream Summer by Peter Sis
- Independence Cake by Deborah Hopkinson
- The Legend of Rock, Paper, Scissors by Drew Daywalt
A laugh out loud book about the classic game, Rock, Paper, Scissors.
- Captain Underpants Book 1 by Dav Pilkey
When George and Harold create and bring to life their own superhero, they are not ready for the zany adventure to follow.
9-12 years
- Real Friends by Shannon Hale
Sometimes best friends aren't forever.
- Broken Pride (Bravelands Series) by Erin Hunter
When an unthinkable betrayal shatters the peace in the African Plains, the balance of predator and prey rest with 3 unlikely heroes.
- Anyone but Ivy Pocket by Caleb Crisp
