Our librarians recommend these good reads.

Sometimes it can be overwhelming to choose which books contain age-appropriate content while challenging young people and helping them grow as readers. We put together these recommended lists of books by theme or grade level. Stop at the Youth Services desk for personal recommendations from Library staff.

Kids

Suggested reading for Kindergarten and 1st Grade

Suggested reading for 2nd Grade

Suggested reading for 3rd Grade

Suggested reading for 4th Grade

Suggested reading for 5th Grade

Tweens/Teens

Suggested reading for Middle Schoolers

Locations:

Aalfs Downtown Library

529 Pierce Street
712-255-2933
Monday – Wednesday 9am – 8pm
Thursday – Saturday 9am – 5pm
Sunday (Sept – May) 1pm – 5pm
Click here for a virtual tour!

Free parking on weekends and after 5pm on weekdays

Morningside Branch Library

4005 Morningside Avenue
712-255-2924
Monday – Wednesday 10am – 6pm
Thursday – Friday 10am – 5pm
Saturday 9am – 5pm
Click here for a virtual tour!

Perry Creek Branch Library

2912 Hamilton Boulevard
Plaza Professional Center, Lower B
712-255-2926
Monday – Friday 10:30am – 5:30pm

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