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Reading Lists and Awards
Reading Lists and Awards
Every research study has shown that reading often in a wide variety of genres, and with freedom has the most positive impact on our students. No amount of homework, literacy apps, or flash cards can replace getting deep into a good book your child loves.
Texas Bluebonnet Awards
This list works to introduce children grades 3rd - 5th to quality books in a variety of genres and authors that will also help to inspire critical reading and imagination.
Scholastic 100 Top Read Aloud List
Reading aloud to your child does not lost its importance as your child gets older. Use a book from this list to continue encouraging your child to read!
2 X 2 Texas Reading List
This list is a collection of books chosen to pique "interest and imagination, as well as encourage independent reading". Intended for students ages 2 to second grade.
ALSC Notable Books
A list of quality books that reflect and encourage children's interests from the Associaiton for Library Service to Children. The list includes ficiton and nonfiction books.
Little Maverick List
The Little Maverick Reading list introduces students to a graphic novels in a variety of genres from nonfiction to biography and beyond. Ages K-5.
New York Public Library's 100 Best Children's Books
This list was generated by Children's librarians at the New York Public Library.