It's Good to Read!
"What can I read?" "Are there any more like this one?" "Has she written any other books?" "Is this the right book for him?" "What's this book about?" Are these the kind of questions which you want answered? This site is for parents, teachers and other people responsible for youngsters who want to know what's in the books their children are reading and what else might be on offer.
What will I find here?
Information about books for young people, aimed at parents who haven't the time to assess every book that their children read but who want to know what's between the covers. You can view the books simply by initial (across the top of every page); or by author, publisher, intended audience or genre. In addition, there are lists of suggestions.
For more information, see About goodtoread.org.
What's New?
Sunday 23rd May 2010
Tuesday 6th April 2010
Sunday 28th March 2010
Sunday 21st March 2010
Tintin: The Complete Companion
Monday 15th March 2010
Sunday 14th March 2010
Tuesday 17th November 2009
Sunday 15th November 2009
Editor's Choice
Lightweight plot from an interesting premise. Nice juxtaposition of old and new attitudes to people and society. Bravery, courage and affection in difficult circumstances. Moderate violence in justifiable self-defence.
The Swallows and Amazons Series
Classic set of gentle outdoor adventure stories, often with a sailing theme. Healthy combination of imagination and down-to-earth competence in outdoor pursuits. Nicely-rounded characters inhabiting an inter-war landscape where children are allowed a wide degree of freedom but where politeness and consideration are uppermost. The books' uncomplicated style coupled with their outdoor milieux is like fresh air to a modern reader.
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas