Books for Boys-Summer 2006
Discover the best books for boys this summer with our curated 2006 reading list, featuring gripping juvenile fiction like *The Crispin: Cross of Lead* by Avi and *The House of the Scorpion* by Nancy Farmer. From historical adventures to thrilling tales like *The Year of the Hangman* and *The Rag and Bone Shop*, these must-read titles keep young readers engaged all season long.
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The Crispin: Cross of Lead
by Avi,
H "Avi's plot is engineered for maximum thrills, with twists, turns, and treachery aplenty. . . . A page-turner to delight Avi's fans, it will leave readers hoping for a sequel."-Publishers Weekly (starred review) H " . . . [T]he book is a page-turner from beginning to end . . . [A] meticulously crafted story, full of adventure, mystery, and action." -School Library Journal (starred review) "Historical fiction at its finest."-VOYA
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The House of the Scorpion
by Nancy Farmer
A National Book Award Winner-A Newbery Honor Book-Some see Matt as a beast. But for El Patrn, Matt is a guarantee of eternal life, for they share the same DNA. Matt tries to understand his existence while facing sinister characters. An Accelerated Reader-title for Ages 11 to 14.
