Boys love a good adventure, and the books that appeal to young male readers most have honored their heartfelt desire to explore new horizons.
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Here is a list of ten great books that impress young boys by teaching them, through stories and facts, how to recognize the truly important lessons in life.
1. The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain (Fiction)
Boys of all ages are thrilled with the tales of rebellious Huck and his mishaps and fortunes in the deep South during turn-of-the-century America.
2. To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee (Fiction) This riveting tale gives a child's eye point-of-view of racial tensions and the inability of the justice system to defy deep-seated prejudice.
3. James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl (Fantasy) This whimsical story has enchanted boys with its mischievous hero, James Henry Trotter, and his magically enhanced peach that becomes his ticket to adventure.
4. The Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling (Fantasy) Despite the overkill and media hype, all seven of the Harry Potter books are wildly popular for a reason, they express the kind of struggles that many young boys face while growing up -- whether they are a muggle or a wizard.
5. The Hardy Boys created by Edward Stratemeyer (Mystery) This huge series of books has had many writers--and rewrites--through they years, but the stories have maintained their appeal to young boys who enjoy the simple tales of adventure where good always triumphs over evil
6. The Great Houdini by Monica Kulling - (Biography) The story of of Harry Houdini, the grand master of illusion, has fascinated boys for decades with true life stories of his incredible escapes and tragic death.
7. My Life in Dog Years by Gary and Ruth Paulsen (Non-Fiction) Boys who love animals will delight in the poignant tales of the many dogs that the authors have known and loved.
8. All Creatures Great and Small by James Herriot (Fictionalized Biography) This series of charming stories written by English veterinarian James Alfred Wight portrays the joys and sorrows that come with animal ownership, and although fictionalized, the tales are taken directly from his experiences as a country vet in the rural villages of Britain.
9. The Dangerous Book for Boys - (Guide) This engaging book covers topics that every young boy wants to learn, from building a treehouse to juggling to understanding girls.
10.. The Boy Scout Handbook originally by Ernest Seton (Non-Fiction) Originally published in 1910, this field guide for Boy Scouts is full of great tips for outdoors that has been updated through the years to include modern tools, but still contains much basic wisdom that is invaluable for young boys to know.
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