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.