Johnny Tremain – Paperback By Forbes, Esther Hoskins – VERY GOOD

The book is illustrated in a minimalist style that feels modern.

All the Pretty Horses (The Border Trilogy, Book 1) – Paperback – GOOD

This activity book includes connect-the-dots that reveal surprise pictures.

Hatchet – Paperback By Paulsen, Gary – GOOD

The illustrated cover alone makes it worth picking up.

To Kill a Mockingbird – Paperback By Harper Lee – VERY GOOD

This novel is a journey that feels both epic and intimate.

1776 – Paperback By David McCullough – GOOD

A nice touch in this novel is the way it handles time jumps.

Then She Was Gone: A Novel – Paperback By Jewell, Lisa – GOOD

A nice touch is the illustrated closing note from the illustrator.

Lonesome Dove: A Novel – Paperback By McMurtry, Larry – GOOD

You will find that this activity book is a great gift for curious minds.

The Book Thief – Paperback By Zusak, Markus – GOOD

The book is illustrated in a minimalist style that feels modern.

Where the Wild Things Are – Paperback By Maurice Sendak – GOOD

What stands out about this activity book is how it combines art and logic.

The Great Gatsby – Paperback By Fitzgerald, F. Scott – GOOD

This novel takes a familiar premise and makes it feel brand new.