The Ultimate Summer Reading Book List for Ages 6 to 7

Encourage joyful reading throughout the summer with engaging stories, captivating series, and fun workbooks.

May 21, 2025

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The Ultimate Summer Reading Book List for Ages 6 to 7

May 21, 2025

Between ages 6 to 7, kids are likely beginning to explore independent reading and decide what types of stories they enjoy — and summer is the perfect time to hone their interests by introducing them to new characters and series!

Plus, check out these expert-approved books for growing readers.

The 8th edition of the Scholastic Kids & Family Reading Report shows that young readers want books that help them become more familiar with topics that interest them, and books that foster a deeper understanding of their feelings and emotions. For example, books like Ballet Brown is all about building confidence and empowering children to speak up for themselves.

What is your reader loving now? We've got a book for that here.

For kids who delight in a great laugh-out-loud story, introduce them to Pets Rule! #7: Revenge of the Raccoons, a hilarous title part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. Ember and the other pets come face-to-face with two evil raccoons who are looking for trouble! Will Ember and the other pets be able to stop the raccoons from plotting revenge against the entire neighborhood?

Share this fun summer reading challenge to complete together as a family.

Shop our top summer book picks for ages 6 to 7 below! You can find all books and activities at The Scholastic Store

New Releases

Engage your reader all summer long with the hottest new books of the season.

Books Under $5

These budget-friendly books under $5 will keep beginning readers turning pages on their beach towels.

Book Sets to Read All Summer

Explore book sets and collections featuring favorite series, characters, and more to keep your child reading all summer long!

Workbooks and Activity Books

Another way to keep your kid learning over summer — and give them a headstart on next year — is with fun workbooks and activity books.

For more summer reading books for ages 6 to 7, check out the expert-approved books for beginning readers book list. Keep your child reading over the summer with expert tips and book recommendations (including a summer reading list for 3rd grade) with our summer reading guide.

 

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