If you are participating in the 2019 Kids Summer Reading Program and you don’t know what to read next, here are some reading suggestions.
- Black Beauty DB041291
- Black Beauty, a fine stallion, tells of his suffering as he is sold from one cruel master to another. This book was written to dramatize the abuse of horses in nineteenth-century England. Some violence. For grades 4-7.
- The World of Animals DB039913
- Because people often have false impressions of wild animals, the author looks closely at some of the most popular animals, including bears, dolphins, giraffes, wolves, gorillas, and tigers. He gives a realistic account of how these animals live, what they look like, where they sleep, what they eat, how they raise their families, and how many are left in the world. For grades 4-7.
- The Jungle Book DB040928
- Seven short stories. Three present the adventures of Mowgli, a boy who is raised by a wolf pack in India and taught the laws of the jungle by a panther and a bear. Other stories include “Rikki-Tikki-Tavi,” “The White Seal,” “Toomai of the Elephants,” and “Servants of the Queen.” For grades 5-8.
- Scrub Dog of Alaska DB040721
- Sled-dog trainer Smiley Jackson almost kills the runt of the new litter, but the puppy manages to escape. Dave Martin adopts Scrub and helps him develop into a strong, handsome dog, only to have Jackson demand Scrub’s return. For grades 4-7.
- Rascal DB041995
- Although his life is full with a Saint Bernard, a family of skunks, a raucous crow, and an unfinished canoe, Sterling is captivated by a tiny raccoon kit he names Rascal. The ingenious animal quickly takes over the house and Sterling’s heart but also makes enemies by stealing corn and raiding chicken coops. Until he gets too big, Rascal shares many adventures with Sterling in the Wisconsin countryside. For grades 4-7.
- Zoos DB042618
- History of the ways animals have been collected and kept beginning in ancient times. Shows how zoos have changed from exotic amusements for the rich to natural-habitat parks. For grades 5-8.
- In Defense of Animals DB012647
- Traces the history and development of animal protection, focusing on problems and possible solutions. Includes such issues as sport hunting and commercial trapping, the use of animals in research, slaughter of food animals, and unwanted pets. For grades 5-8 and older readers.
- Feral: Tame Animals Gone Wild DB022754
- Explores the controversial problem of domesticated animals gone wild and its impact on people and on the environment. Includes birds, pigs, dogs, cats, burros, and horses. For grades 5-8 and older readers.
- Shark Life: True Stories about Sharks and the Sea DB060894
- Author of Jaws relates his sea diving adventures and close encounters with creatures of the deep. Discusses what he’s learned about shark behavior, mistakes he’s made, and advice about avoiding shark attacks and swimming safely in the ocean. For grades 5-8.
- Lies (People Believe) About Animals DB028968
- The armadillo is a reptile. A tarantula’s bite will kill you. Bears hibernate all winter. Not true! This book presents the surprising truths about these animals and others, the cause of each myth, and other interesting stories and information about wildlife. For grades 4-7 and older readers.
To download this list of see other reading suggestions click the link below!
https://statelibrary.ncdcr.gov/lbph/read/summer-reading/suggestions
It’s that time of year again. If you are a patron of NCLBPH and you haven’t registered for the 2019 Summer Reading Program, you may register in the link provided below. Be sure to register before the closing date! Reading Takes You Everywhere!!!
http://statelibrary.ncdcr.gov/lbph/read/summer-reading
