Books throughout time have been the first versions of great adventure stories that are told again and again in movies, on television, and in plays. Characters we all know began on a printed page. Think about your favorite characters or stories. Have you read the book, or all the books in the series? A visit to the library or bookstore may surprise you with more stories to read about your favorite characters.
Examples of Great, Grand Adventure Stories in Books:
HARRY POTTER BOOKS (7)
WIZARD OF OZ BOOKS (14)
WRINKLE IN TIME BOOKS (5 & at least 4 more with related characters)
CHRONICLES OF NARNIA BOOKS (7)
ALICE IN WONDERLAND BOOKS (2)
LORD OF THE RING BOOKS (3 & THE HOBBIT)
Other Great Adventures:
REDWALL SERIES (22)
TOM’S MIDNIGHT GARDEN
BRIAN’S SAGA (5, beginning with HATCHET)
WALK TWO MOONS & THE WANDERER
Test of Time Adventures:
NANCY DREW (56 to 175 & other series with same characters)
TRIXIE BELDON (39)
BOXCAR CHILDREN BOOKS (19 to 149 & other series with same characters)
List your favorite adventures from new books. Examples might include:
A SERIES OF UNFORTUNATE EVENTS BOOKS (13)
Resources for Finding Books to Read:
COOPERATIVE CHILDREN’S BOOK COUNCIL
A MIGHTY GIRL
