Explore New York

This summer, dream big and have fun exploring New York's history, diversity and culture. These four reading lists are designed for reading enjoyment, to provide a "flavor" of New York and spark an interest in the fascinating story of New York State.

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Reading Lists [also in .PDF format; includes all lists below; 961k]

Reading List Introduction [also in .PDF ; 176k]
Dream Big READ: Explore New York -- Early Childhood and Beginning School Age [also in .PDF ; 110k]
Dream Big READ: Explore New York -- Elementary Level [also in .PDF ; 120k]
Own the Night: Explore New York -- Tween [also in .PDF ; 140k]
Own the Night: Explore New York -- Teen and up [also in .PDF ; 94k]

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picture books

elementary books

tween books

teen books

Booklists created by the New York State Library, in partnership with the New York Library Association’s Youth Services Section and School Library Media Section.

Summer Reading at New York Libraries is funded through the Federal Library Services and Technology Act, with funds awarded to the New York State Library by the Federal Institute of Museum and Library Services. The New York State Library is a program of the Office of Cultural Education in the New York State Education Department.

Last Updated: February 3, 2012 -- asm

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