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Reading Lists

Expertly curated reading lists and programs for ages 2 - 102 - from fiction, nonfiction, and graphic novels, to picture books, bilingual and multicultural lists.
TLA Reading Lists Overview

2×2

Recommended books for children age two to grade two.
  1. Current List
  2. Resources
  3. TeachingBooks Resources
  4. Procedures
  5. Past Lists

Lariat

Outstanding fiction for adults.
  1. Current List
  2. Procedures
  3. Past Lists

Little Maverick

Graphic novels for children grades K – 5.
  1. Current List
  2. TeachingBooks Resources
  3. Procedures
  4. Past Lists

Lone Star

A reading list for grades 6, 7 and 8.
  1. Current List
  2. TeachingBooks Resources
  3. Procedures
  4. Past Lists

Maverick

Graphic novels for grades 6 – 12.
  1. Current List
  2. TeachingBooks Resources
  3. Procedures
  4. Past Lists

Spirit of Texas

Encouraging students to explore current, quality books by Texas authors and illustrators.
  1. Current List
  2. TeachingBooks Resources
  3. Procedures
  4. Past Lists

Tayshas

Fiction and nonfiction for grades 9 – 12.
  1. Current List
  2. TeachingBooks Resources
  3. Procedures
  4. Past Lists

Tejas Star

Bilingual reading list for ages 5 – 12.
  1. Current List
  2. TeachingBooks Resources
  3. Resources
  4. Procedures
  5. Past Lists

Texas Bluebonnet Award

A unique program that encourages reading for pleasure for students in grades 3 – 6.
  1. About
  2. Current List
  3. Program Participation
  4. FAQ
  5. Resources and Activities
  6. TeachingBooks Resources
  7. Award Committee
  8. Past Winners
  9. Store
  10. T-Shirts & More

Texas Topaz

Nonfiction gems for all ages.
  1. Current List
  2. TeachingBooks Resources
  3. Procedures
  4. Past Lists

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