Reading Lists and Awards

Please remember that these lists are great starting places. Every research study has shown us that reading often, in a wide variety of genres, and with freedom has the most impact on our children. No amount of homework, literacy apps, or flashcards can replace getting lost in a good book.

Bluebonnet Reading List

This list works to introduce children grades 3-5 to quality books in a variety of genres and authors that will also help to inspire critical reading and imagination.

*Advanced Reads for Younger Readers (Kinder-First)

A list of quality books intended to help readers who read at an advanced level, but need age appropriate content. 
Kinder/1st readers reading
​at a 2nd Grd Level 

Texas 2X2 Reading List

This list is a collection of books chosen to pique "interest and imagination, as well as encourage independent reading". Intended for students aged 2 to second grade.

*Advanced Reads for Younger Readers (Second - Third)

A list of quality books intended to help readers who read at an advanced level, but need age appropriate content. 
2nd/3rd grd readers reading
​at a 5th Grd Level 

Little Maverick Reading List

The Little Maverick Reading list introduces students to a graphic novels in a variety of genres, from nonfiction to biography and beyond. Ages K-5 

*Advanced Reads for Younger Readers (Fourth - Fifth)

A list of quality books intended to help readers who read at an advanced level, but need age appropriate content. 
4th/5th readers reading
​at a 7th Grd Level 
**Remember - there is a difference between comprehension and decoding. Readers might exquisitely read the words on a page (decode), but if they lack understanding (comprehension) of the words then the reading picture is not complete. Ensure that a reader has both pieces to the reading puzzle or is receiving support during their reading from home or school before sending them to advanced reads.