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Recommended Titles

These books fit the theme you selected. Check the synopsis for the book that sounds interesting to you. Remember that the grade levels are only approximate. If you (or your parents) want to buy the book, click on the book cover to order from Amazon.com.

The Chronicles of Narnia - by C. S. Lewis
Grades: 7

There are seven volumes in this collection, beginning with The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. Four siblings have amazing and magical adventures that you will never forget.

 

 

 


The Crystal Cave - by Mary Stewart
Grades: 11

Explore the story of King Arthur in this fascinating re-telling by Mary Stewart.

 

 

 


The Fellowship of the Ring - by J. R. R. Tolkien
Grades: 10

Tolkien was a contemporary of C. S. Lewis and a lover of Norse and Icelandic myths. In the first part of his epic novel Bilbo Baggins disappears, and young Frodo sets off on an adventure that is not entirely of his own choosing.

 

 


The Fellowship of the Ring - DVD - by J.R.R. Tolkien
Grades: PG-13

This is the wide-screen edition of the first film in the Lord of the Rings trilogy.

 

 

 


The Golden Compass - by Philip Pullman
Grades: 7, 8

A fast-paced fantasy adventure, with a main character who is a girl.

 

 

 


Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets - by J. K. Rowling
Grades: 4, 5, 6, 7

Harry learns more about Hogwarts and its secrets.

 

 


Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - by J. K. Rowling
Grades: 4, 5, 6, 7

Potter and his friends compete for the golden goblet and learn much in doing so.

 

 


Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix - by J.K. Rowling
Grades: 4, 5, 6, 7

Due to be released on June 21, 2003, this will be the 5th book in the wildly popular Potter series.

 

 


Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban - by J. K. Rowling
Grades: 4, 5, 6, 7

Harry and friends continue to explore at Hogwarts, and more puzzles emerge.

 

 


Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone - by J. K. Rowling
Grades: 4, 5, 6, 7

The famous Mr. Potter begins his career at Hogwarts.

 

 


Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (DVD) - by J.K. Rowling
Grades: PG

This is the wide-screen edition of the first film in the Harry Potter series.

 

 

 


The Hobbit - by J. R. R. Tolkien
Grades: 9

Enter the world of magic and mystery created in this classic tale of good vs. evil.

 

 

 


The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe - by C.S. Lewis
Grades: 4, 5, 6

Three children discover their own fantasy world while prowling through an attic, but the discoveries are only beginning. History, magic and a classic story of good and evil. Before Harry Potter, this book was the most magical!

 

 

 


The Princess Bride - by William Goldman
Grades: 10

This classic “fairy tale” follows a poor farm boy named Westley, who will do anything for the woman he loves. The story includes fighting, poison, true love, hate, revenge, fantastical beasts, death, miracles, and much more!

 

 

 


The Return of the King - by J. R. R. Tolkien
Grades: 12

Tolkien was a contemporary of C. S. Lewis and a lover of Norse and Icelandic myths. This novel is the conslusion of his epic story of Frodo Baggins and his journey to vanquish dark forces.

 

 


The Two Towers - by J. R. R. Tolkien
Grades: 11

Tolkien was a contemporary of C. S. Lewis and a lover of Norse and Icelandic myths. This book continues Frodo's epic journey through Middle Earth.

 

 


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