From magical fairy kingdoms to galaxies far, far away, these summer reads will entertain young readers and inspire summer adventures of their own.
What Does Miss Sue Do? A Teacher’s Summer
By Carole Jevons; Illustrated by Cristina Kramp
Former early childhood educator and mom of three, Carole Jevons’ debut picture book “What Does Miss Sue Do? A Teacher’s Summer” teaches young kids that teachers are real people with lives outside of school. Recommended for ages 2-6.
A Sea of Ships and Souls
By Jordan S. Keller
In the young adult adventure, “A Sea of Ships and Souls” award-winning author Jordan S. Keller channels her own feelings of rejection in the reluctant hero Jace Kit, a wannabe sailor who dreams of adventures on the high seas. Through a blend of folklore, tarot readings and mythical sprites Jace gets his adventure and reminds us the importance of holding onto our dreams. Recommended for ages 12-18.
Rainbow Magic: Ruby the Red Fairy and Amber the Orange Fairy
By Daisy Meadows; illustrated by Claudia Giuliani
Perfect for beginner readers, Daisy Meadows’ bestselling Rainbow Magic series gets a makeover. Both “Ruby the Red Fairy” and “Amber the Orange Fairy” will be adapted into a new, full color graphic novel. When new friends Kristy and Rachel encounter Ruby the Red Fairy, they discover the fairy’s kingdom is in trouble. Can the friends help save Ruby’s fairy sisters? These same friends are tasked with rescuing the Rainbow Fairies when Jack Frost plans to drain the color from Fairyland. Can they find Ruby the Red Fairy’s siter Amber the Orange Fairy? Recommended for ages 6-8.
Walter the Oogobee: The Vortex to Vidza
By Brenda Beckelman
In the whimsical outerspace adventure book, “Walter the Oogobee: The Vortex to Vidza” Walter, an adorable alien pup, explores distant worlds, tackles extraterrestrial threats and tries to save a planet from monstrous threats with the help of his friends. Recommended for ages 6-9.
George the Mouse in a Log Pile House
By Rebecca Atanassova; illustrated by Alissa Hansen
George is a small mouse on a big adventure through the wide world. Inspired by the true tale of English wildlife photographer, Simon Dell, and his wild mouse friend George, “George the Mouse in a Log Pile House” reminds young readers to follow their curiosity, explore, meet new friends and let adventure help us find the meaning of home. Recommended ages 3-9.
The Bond Street Detectives
By Leah Witman Moore
Three 5th grade best friends set out to solve the mystery of a missing prop containing money for a school fundraiser. “The Bond Street Detectives” explores themes of friendship, justice and inclusion through a fast-paced mystery, perfect for young readers. Recommended for ages 8-12.
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