For Primary Grades
Ruth Stiles Gannett’s My Father’s Dragon trilogy is a gentle fantasy series ideal for younger readers. It makes a great family read aloud as well, younger siblings can be included without worries about the content. With a runaway boy who must rescue a dragon, there’s a lot here to charm children and parents alike.
Full reviews: My Father’s Dragon, Elmer and the Dragon, The Dragons of Blueland
For Middle Grades
I am always surprised at how little I hear about this series because I really thought it was excellent. Ideal for strong readers in grades 4 and up, they are packed with adventure, magic, twists and turns and end with an incredibly satisfying conclusion. They are exactly what a trilogy should be. Definitely read the full reviews:
Museum of Thieves, City of Lies, Path of Beasts
Tweens
Gwen has always known her family was unusual. In fact, they are time travelers. But Gwen never expected that she would be the one who would travel through time. Or that she would end up on a wild adventure to protect the family. Or that this quest would involve an incredibly handsome boy. Full of excitement with a dash of romance, this trilogy will have readers tearing through, wanting to know what happens next.
Full Reviews (with content): Ruby Red, Sapphire Blue, Emerald Green
Teens
The Starcrossed trilogy is deeply steeped in Greek mythology. Forbidden love, epic battles, godlike powers, it has everything. The first book was so riveting I was dying to get my hands on the next. It’s perfect reading for summer when you actually might have the time to sit down and read the set straight through. These are best for older teens and of course, adults that love YA. Definitely check out the full content reviews before grabbing them.
Reviews: Starcrossed, Dreamless, Goddess
My Father’s Dragon was one of my favorite series when I was in elementary school! I always feel really excited when children ask me for it at the library (which is surprisingly often!)