Our friend Gabe, age 10, lives in Connecticut and is a big reader. So is his brother Nate. Here are their great reading suggestions for this summer. Gabe first:

Born to Fly by Michael Ferrari – “This book was a very exciting adventure, told in historical fiction, that tells the story of a Japanese boy and an American girl.”

The Ranger’s Apprentice series by John Flanagan – “This series had lots of descriptive language and was extremely adventurous.  It was a medieval style series with knights and archers, etc.”

Where The Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls – “This book was a very emotional book that gives you feelings for the characters.  The author used very descriptive language to help you picture the story and that helps make it a great story.”

Big Nate series by Lincoln Pierce – “These books were very funny and styled in a comical way.  They bring laughter to all who read them!”

Gabe’s brother, Nate, who’s seven, likes a slightly different kind of book. Here are some of his ideas:

Magic Treehouse #9 Dolphins at Daybreak by Mary Pope Osborne – “Because I just love submarines.” 

Amazing Rescues by George Shea – “Cool rescue stories.”

Where the Sidewalk Ends by Shel Silverstein – “I really like funny poems.”

Great recommendations! Thanks, Gabe and Nate. If any other young readers want to suggest books they love, please leave a comment below or send your recommendation to readerkidz at readerkidz dot com. Let’s spread the word about great books – for kids, by kids!