These lists are made available as suggestions only. The books are not required reading nor does their inclusion on this site constitute approval by New Caney ISD. Parents should always determine appropriateness for their own children when it comes to what they read or view.  

• Summer booklists from Reading Rockets for ages 0-12
• We Need Diverse Books “If you liked…read this next” summer reading series for diverse books
• We Are Kid Lit Collective promotes books by Indigenous and People of Color (IPOC)
• Summer Reading booklists for birth-8th grade from the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC)

Expertly curated reading lists for all ages by Texas certified Librarians.

• 2x2 Reading List - For children aged 2 to 2nd grade
• Tejas Star Reading List - Bilingual books for children ages 5-12
• Texas Bluebonnet Award - 3rd through 6th grade
• Lone Star Reading List - 6th through 8th grade
• Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List - Graphic novels for children in grades K through 5
• Maverick Graphic Novel List - Graphic novels for children in grades 6 through 12
• Tayshas Reading List - High school
• Texas Topaz List - Nonfiction for all ages