Ron Roy

Ron Roy is a very appropriate kids author. Two popular series I have read (not every book but in this case, they all follow a similar pattern) are A to Z mysteries and Capital Mysteries. A to Z Mysteries are mystery stories whose topics vary - each has a title with the letter of the alphabet. A team of kid detectives solve a variety of different mysteries that they stumble upon. Capital Mysteries have a dynamic duo (the presidents stepdaughter and her best friend) who deal with many different mysteries that occur in and around Washington, D.C. I particularly enjoy these because they deal with places that the kids often know and learn more about. His books target children in 2nd - 4th grade.

E D Baker Continued

I have now almost finished the series, Tales of the Frog Princess. I would recommend these books, we found them very entertaining. There is an ongoing theme of love in these books but it is done in a fairytale way which I did not find offensive or inappropriate. The kids enjoyed the many adventures the various members of the royal family had in the different books and got very involved in the series. There are several books in this series:
The Frog Princess
Dragon's Breath
Once Upon a Curse
No Place For Magic
Dragon Princess
the prequel is called Salamander Spell

Carolyn Reeder, Foster's War

Foster's War, by Carolyn Reeder, is a thought provoking book about World War II. A struggling family is dealing with many issues, including a son away fighting. The book grapples with issues such as racism, anger, loss and other family dynamic issues. It is a book that is good to read and discuss with kids. I would recommend it for 5th and 6th graders.

Elizabeth Enright

We have read two books by Elizabeth Enright, Gone Away Lake and Return to Gone Away Lake. These books were delightful and the kids very much enjoyed them. The books talk about lazy summers from many years ago and the adventures they have when they find a hidden lake and two charming elderly people who live there. The recommended age for these books is 3rd - 6th grade. A strong reader may be able to read them in 2nd.

E D Baker, The Frog Princess

Author: E D Baker

Title: The Frog Princess

There are many different books by E D Baker. I am reading a great series that begins with The Frog Princess. This series is very good so far. The series contains a lot about magic and fairytale type kissing but overall it is a wholesome series. Emma, the main character, is a princess who doesn't fit the "mold" and has many adventures. The writing style and character development are well done in this series. All of my kids liked this book and I would recommend it. (Reading level, child dependent, about 4th grade and up)

Why "Kosher" Books Is Starting

Hi everyone - I'm starting this to have a blog for parents to help other parents find good quality reading material for their kids.

My goals for this blog are to have:

1. a good list of "Kosher" books - appropriate reading for different age kids

2. to get help from other parents who have voracious readers in their houses in order to have good stuff for my kids to read

The guidelines for this blog:

1. contributors welcome - you don't just have to comment on books that I post about, you can write a post about a book you have read

2. YOU must have read the book you are recommending (or advising against) and not heard 2nd hand from your child

3. Be honest - if you recommend a book but it has certain things in it you think other parents may want to know before they choose give it to their child - let them know so they can make an informed decision

4. All books discussed should give full title and author so parents can find what you are talking about

5. If you do want to contribute, email me and I will post your contribution

6. please COMMENT on anything you have read that is posted about - the more opinions the better

Thanks to everyone in advance who contributes - I hope this can be a useful tool for everyone.