Books for Ages 7 to 10

Books for Ages 7 to 10

1. Goof-Off Goalie by Betty Hicks, Ill. Adam McCauley.

   Even though Goose will do almost anything for a laugh, and he'd really rather stand still than run, he still believes he'll make a terrific soccer goalie. His friend Henry will train him, so what could be the problem? Well…the problem is that Goose is a goof-off, and if he's serious about wanting to be a goalie and if he and Henry are really friends, then Goose will have to shape up.

   This great sports read for ages 7 to 10 or 11 is part of a series from Roaring Brook called "Gym Shorts." The books explore both friendship and sports. What a terrific idea!

   Other Gym Shorts: Basketball Bats and Swimming with Sharks

2. Phonics Comics: Cave Dave, Level 1, by Carol McAdams Moore

   Phonics Comics: The Fearless Four - Level 2 by by Lara Bergen

   Phonics Comics: Hiro Dragon Warrior - Battle at Mount Kamado by Bobbi Weiss

   If there's a reluctant reader at your house, try the Phonics Comics series. They're fresh, amusing, and targeted at our younger readers. They're also just right for boys, who tend to read later than girls and who are picky about reading topics. Boys like to read about other boys. [Sorry, but it's true.] Of course, girls will happily read these books. :>)

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