Ani Approved: Books for 4th Graders to Add to Their Reading List
Ani did a few book recommendations several years ago back when she was in second grade and then never wanted to do it again.
Then, unexpectedly, a few months ago she said “I want to start sharing the books I’m loving again.” And so here we are!
Ani is currently in fourth grade and a strong reader (thank you, Savvy Reading!) and these are five books she’s been very into lately.
ani approved: Five books to add to a 4th grade reading list
What Ani has to say: I was nine when I read this series, and I was just old enough that it all made sense, but all the magic was still super fun and exciting to read about. I watched the movies after finishing the series and I was super glad that I had read the books beforehand.
What Ani has to say: Louis Sachar specializes in writing books that are delightfully strange and funny. Sideways Stories from Wayside School is no exception, it is absolutely ridiculous and just the right length for light reading. I’ve listened to this series so many time!
The Candy Shop Wars by Brandon Mull
400 pages
Who could dislike a book with kids using magical candy to fight evil magicians? Not Ani! She loved these books and has read the first two in the trilogy and is excited for the last one to come out. When Nate moves, he joins a club with three other kids from the neighborhood, The Blue Falcons. But when a new candy shop opens in their town, the Blue Falcons start doing errands for the owner, who gives them magical candy as a reward!
What Ani has to say: The Candy Shop Wars have so much action and magic that you hardly notice the length or advanced vocabulary. They’re so fun to read because they keep you engaged the whole time and have amazing description so you feel like you’re in another world. I listened to the second book on Audible and I can’t wait for the 3rd (and final) book in the trilogy to come out!