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Summer Reading

2010 Big Summer Read

Recommended Audio Books

Don't forget to pack a few audio books. You can borrow or download these and many more from your local library or purchase them online or at your bookstore. Remember, audio books are a great way to share books with others as you "read with your ears!"


A Dog on His Own
A Dog on His Own
By: Mary Jane Auch
Age Level: 6-9
Reading Level: Independent Reader

K-10 no longer trusts humans but he's still a special kind of dog just as his mother told him. K-10's unique voice as well as that of the other canines come alive in this spirited narration.

Alvin Ho Collection: Allergic to Girls, School, and Other Scary Things
Alvin Ho Collection: Allergic to Girls, School, and Other Scary Things
By: Lenore Look
Age Level: 6-9
Reading Level: Independent Reader

Although 2nd grader Alvin Ho admires superheroes, he is quite unlike them. In fact, he is afraid of everything! Alvin's disarming character is perfectly voiced in this two-book collection.

Dominic
Dominic
By: William Steig
Age Level: 6-9
Reading Level: Independent Reader

On his adventures, Dominique, a singular canine, meets many mysterious creatures. His reputation builds and so do his stories which make this an ideal book to hear expertly read.

Mary Poppins
Mary Poppins
By: Mo Willems
Age Level: 6-9
Reading Level: Independent Reader

The Banks family, their children, and a most amazing Mary Poppins are brought to life through the narrator’s spot-on British accent.

Where the Mountain Meets the Moon
Where the Mountain Meets the Moon
By: Grace Lin
Age Level: 9-12
Reading Level: Independent Reader

Join Minli as she journeys to save her village and her family from a dreary fate. A storyteller's voice effectively brings to life this unforgettable award-winning novel, illustrated with exquisite Chinese paintings.

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