Walter brooks freddy the pig series for 4th grade, baums wizard of oz series is actually pretty good, and the books of joseph altsheler, that are wonderful for boys fifth or sixth grade, of which i have read the texas ranger series and the young. And these are the ones that have been recommended to us. I read all of the books in the the mysterious benedict society series and i really enjoyed them. This is one of the top comics that is suitable for all ages. These incredible series will have get your boys reading book after book after book. Top 10 books for 612 year olds book series in order. Here are the first books from some of our favorites for elementary schoolers.
Finding the right book is the key to transforming a kid who says they dont like to read into a selfdescribed reader. Be sure to check out both of them, and ideally make selections from both areas. Here is a list of some of the most popular young adult books for teen boys. Theres high adventure, mystery, action, personal struggle, and humor to keep the pages turning. A favorite of many 10yearolds, the diary of a wimpy kid books tell the story of greg, a regular guy with a regular but hilarious life. Soon percy finds out who he really is and sets out on a quest to the underworld to prevent a war between the gods.
Im a big fan of david baldacci, and i absolutely love his amos decker. This is also the series that the how to train your dragon movies were inspired by. With funny illustrations and realistic portrayals of what its like to be a kid in middle school, these books are hilarious. Soon continues the incredibly moving story of felix.
My older boys love series because they go through books so. The chronicles of prydain the black cauldron 5 book series. Its not only made them love books, but their teachers all. Books for 9 to 12 year olds score a books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Today im sharing 30 incredible book series for kids boy and girls ages 812. Weareteachers recently polled over 200 teachers about the best books in their classroom libraries, from their favorite read alouds and fiction books to the top science, humor and poetry. Let me start by saying that my nowteenage boys are not avid bookworms. My 11yearold son helped me come up with this list for you of 10 book series for tweens, kids ages 912 to celebrate national reading month. Diary of a wimpy kid bk12 book 12 in the phenomenal, bestselling diary of a wimpy kid series by jeff kinney. The kids in the book are each highly intelligent in their own way. The best books for reluctant readers in 3rd to 5th grade. When they get to chapter books, this is a good place to start, advises andrea. Back in june, npr s backseat book club our book club for young readers asked you, the npr audience, to nominate your favorite books for.
I raced through every book to find out what happened next. And some are modern releases that have the timeless quality of classics the kinds that get. Aug 02, 20 see the books that teachers of grades 9 12 say are musthaves for your classroom library. Books for 9 12 boys a list of great books that every boy should read. Night after night, my boys and i howled over the hilarious hijinks of the conniving count olaf. Full of excitement and drama, that will leave readers wanting more.
A couple series, older, that i enjoyed as a child and that i have enjoyed rereading to my children. Nov 11, 2019 a series of unfortunate events lemony snicketbrent helquist usukcan. One of the more popular book series for kids to come out in the past 20 years. Read more posted in ages 912, appeals to boys, contemporary, waldorfaligned. The writer is even able to sneak in some history lessons. Picking books for boys can be tricky, especially when there are so many tech distractions like apps and video games to compete with. Some are cultural touchstones that belong in every kids library. I always liked, the great brain series, encyclopedia brown books, soup and me, charlie and the chocolate factory, great glass elevator, the hobbit, huckleberry finn, how to eat fried worms, blubber, 4th grade nothing, ray bradbury, hardy boys, charlottes web, time machine,thenagainmaybeiwont, edgar rice burroughs, catcher in the rye, of mice and men, the pearl. These books feature african american boys as the main character, and include some historical figures, but mainly are stories about every day happenings that boys are sure to enjoy. We recently conducted a poll among visitors and the memory man series was. A great book by a classic childrens book author, about adoption, and selfsufficiency in nature.
The sisters grimm michael buckley these 9 fantasy novels tell the story of. Others open kids minds to cultures beyond their own. Book series for 9 12 year old boys mystery book series for 9 12 year old boys. Good books for guys the multnomah county library in oregon provides five reading lists, divided by grade levels. We just discovered this series, so we havent finished the whole thing yet.
Nate is a sixth grader, and the series follows his adventures. Step through the wardrobe to adventures one could only begin to imagine. Shop by age, genre, series, and more to find the perfect childrens books for both little kids and big kids. It begins with an unusual letter and a mysterious mission exciting. As much as i adored reading to them when they were toddlers and little boys, it got better and better as they got older we would dive into these great chapter books, and tackle trilogies and series, and get lost in them for an hour or more every night. It is always painful to reach the end of a good book. Nancy drew and hardy boys supermystery series by carolyn keene ar levels 4. Fascinating dystopian tales that are thoughtprovoking and captivating. Since they were born weve read to them before bedtime.
The alchemyst book 1 the magician book 2 the sorceress book 3 the necromancer book 4 the warlock book 5 the enchantress book 6 the secrets of the immortal nicholas flamel complete series check out these series for boys 912 for more titles. Among the series recommended for boys in grades 46 are percy jackson and the olympians. A steampunk series with a unique setting and unforgettable characters. If you have a reluctant reader, a really great series is like magic. Let them read through this list of expert recommendations for the 50 best books for 9 and 10 yearolds and select one or 10 books to read. Dixon grades 57 though franklin dixon is a pseudonym for the many authors who penned this series years ago, it has gained popularity again in some of the newer iterations and series like the hardy boys mysteries, the hardy boys. Be sure to check out the incredible movies to further your exploration of the series. Once he discovers a new favorite book series he wants to find and read them all. I always have two parts to my by age book lists for boys. So if youre a parent, what do your 612 year olds currently like book wise. School is back in session, so i thought itd be the perfect time to share some of quinns favorite book series. Written in the early 50s these books have endured and are as enjoyable today as they were back then. Shop for the best educational toys and games for kids ages 9, 10, 11 and 12 at the scholastic parent store. So many of these are in series, but im not limiting it to that.
To compile this list, i talked with a wide range of 9 to 12yearold boys, a mix of avid and reluctant readers. Awesome book series for 7 9 year old boys desert chica. The lion, the witch and the wardrobe the chronicles of narnia series is another classic set of books that deserve attention. Written by jeff smith, this is one of the favorite comics of children filled with adventure, fantasy, horror, comedy all in one. Dinosaurs before dark, the knight at dawn, mummies in the morning, and pirates past noon mary pope osborne, sal murdocca. Feb 08, 2012 young boys are often reluctant readers, so to help meet the governments aim to get more children reading, here is a top 10 of books for boys, as chosen by expert ellen ainsworth. When charlie asked how many of the people in the photo album had survived the holocaust, mom simply looked away. For even more ideas, check out our lists best book series for early readers and 50 books all kids should read before theyre 12. But these stories are great for your tweens and teens even for guys who may be reluctant readers. This series is very similar in content and aesthetic to the diary of a wimpy kid series. Walter brooks freddy the pig series for 4th grade, baums wizard of oz series is actually pretty good, and the books of joseph altsheler, that are wonderful for boys fifth or sixth grade, of which i have read the texas ranger series and the young trailers. Herberts wormhole, by peter nelson and rohitash rao. How to train your dragon series by cressida cowell this series is about a viking boy who is the weakest member of his tribe. As i mentioned earlier, every book in the snicket series is a literary treasure.
Ages 810 these reads will help your 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade boys gain a better understanding of themselves and others. Have you ever struggled to find book titles that really captivate your child. Fortunately, many young adult authors are now writing teen books that rank high in guy appeal. I personally like having a series of books for him to go through. Here are 10 of her favorite book series that will appeal to all book loving girls of ages 8 to 12. Connie glynn just turned her captivating series up a notch and were here for it. I absolutely adore the movies too though i havent let my kids watch them yet. A series makes the end so much exciting by promising a new installment. These arent just good books, theyre the absolute best books, fiction and nonfiction, to captivate, thrill and intrigue your boys. Your kids will like the action, mystery and baseball in these books.
Most kids cant stop laughing as they read through these books. Recommended 4th grade books for boys hands on as we grow. In this 9part series, the bone cousins explore, protect, and defend life as they know it, fighting dragons. The alltime best book series for 10yearolds scholastic. Undercover brothers, and the hardy boys adventures. A hilarious adventure for children 912 with illustrations. Some books would take us a week or through to get through. If you can find one your child likes, chances are he or she will want to start on the next one as soon as theyve finished the first. We have the best selection of books for boys ages 9 to 12 at digo. So if you see a book that would be a good fit with his or her interests, buy it or borrow it and give it to your child. The first is a fiction section, followed by a nonfiction section.
What better way to begin fostering a young boys love of reading than reading stories that he can relate to, with the added bonus of having characters that are a. Popular age 9 12 books meet your next favorite book. From picture books to graphic novels, fantasy to family fun, these mustread books have the power to hook both boys and girls. Getting teen boys interested in books can be a challenge for parents. Kids book series are a great way to keep your child turning the pages. This is an epic fantasy adventure based on the journey of will, a 15yearold boy who discovers that he has been chosen as a rangers apprentice and must be trained to be a protector of the kingdom. Weve been reading chapter book series for 8 to 12 year olds and weve. There are 12 mystery books in this series, with each book set in a different ballpark in america. Gripping and unpredictable, with a hero you wont forget. These suggestions are for book series for boys 7 9 years old because thats the age range quinn has loved them. Jul 23, 2015 the very best book series for 9 12 year old boys. This wildly popular childrens book series, based on greek mythology is nonstop action, not for the faint of heart read more posted in ages 912, appeals to boys, contemporary. John boyne, author of the boy in the striped pyjamas.
If getting your child to start let alone finish a new book feels like a daily struggle, try a few titles from this list. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. We are sharing 15 of our favorite classic books for tween boys. We have the best selection of best books for girls ages 9 to 12 at digo. Books for 9 to 12 year olds score a book s total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Shop genres like action and adventure, mystery, contemporary and more for ages 9 to 12.
Rowling, the lion, the witch and the wardrobe by c. A downtoearth childrens book about the importance of sharing and remembering the past. With maturity developing and a wide range of reading abilities among preteens and tweens, middle grade novels books for ages 9 and up begin to soar with welldeveloped fantastical worlds, a gentle increase in the complexities of social and emotional plot developments, smaller fonts, and more pages. Our homeschool coop series where veteran homeschool moms address these topics to help you make an informed decision for your family.
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