Author James Patterson is a great advocate for young readers. His site, ReadKiddo Read currently has the “Ultimate Summer Reading List” including great titles for readers of all ages.

DO NOW!  In addition, the site is offering a chance at a $25 gift certificate to an  independent bookstore. Submit your child’s Summer Book Bucks pledge (a promise to read at least four books this summer). Winners will be announced at the beginning of August, and more Summer Book Bucks sweepstakes will run through the month of August.