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Parents and teacher strive to get kids interested in reading. Especially during the summer months activities can sometimes become dull and boring and kids seek out things to do. Why not get them a good book and get them reading? There are many classic stories and new arrivals that have peaked generations of children. There is sure to be something that your child will love in the seasons’ favorites and newest books.

The first book to be suggested here is a classic and a favorite that has even made it to the silver screen. This is “Where The Wild Things Are”. Written by Maurice Sendak, this is a tale that teachers and educators return to year after year. The book is suitable for Pre K through third grade. It engages children in a wonderful adventure in a far away place that they can easily relate to.

The next book is also one that many educators and parents alike read again and again to their children. This is “The Hungry Catepillar”. Written by Eric Carle, it depicts the eating frenzy of one very hungry insect that ends up becoming something entirely different by the end of the story. Older kids will appreciate the simplicity and the Pre-K through second graders will marvel at the catepillar’s eating prowess.

“The Polar Express”, by Chris Van Allsburg is a mystical journey into the wonders and delights of not only the Christmas holiday, but also the winter season. It will delight older children and keep them reading until the book is done. Always good choices for older children are the ‘Little House On The Prairie” books, “The Hardy Boys”, and ‘Nancy Drew” series.

Mysteries, and magic all come together for children in a wide variety of reading adventures. Why not grab up a few of these for your child today?