by SLJ Reviews

We've selected some of our favorite poets to remind readers that summer is the time to slow down and savor the sounds of words. 

Our top summer reading picks for picture books and beginning readers.

Highly recommended graphic novels for young readers, tweens, and teens to enjoy all summer long. 

Highly recommended chapter books for independent readers to enjoy all summer long. 

Highly recommended middle grade fiction and nonfiction for readers to enjoy all summer long. 

Highly recommended young adult fiction and nonfiction for teens to enjoy all summer long. 

From crafting to meditating, these lists recommend several books on a common theme or subject with selections for a variety of ages and reading levels—making them perfect ways to inspire reading, talking, and playing together as a family. 

Highly recommended nonfiction for young readers, tweens, and teens to enjoy all summer long. 

Anthropomorphic animals, emotive androids, teen alien hybrids, and more: These 20 titles provide excellent summer escapes for young readers.