ReadSquared Reading Program

Reading Lists

2023 Texas 2x2

The Texas 2x2 reading list are recommended books for children age two to grade two to encourage voluntary reading.

2023 Texas Bluebonnet Award

The Texas Bluebonnet Award is a unique program that encourages reading for pleasure for students in grades 3 - 6.

2023 Texas Lariat Adult Fiction

The Lariat Adult Fiction reading list are Outstanding fiction published during the year that merits special attention from adult readers.

2023 Texas Lone Star

The Lone Star reading list is for grades 6, 7 and 8 to encourage recreational reading.

2023 Texas TAYSHAS

The TAYSHAS reading list is to motivate young adults to become lifelong readers and to participate in the community of readers in Texas. Students in grades 9 – 12 ar ...
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2023 Texas Topaz 3-5

The Texas Topaz Reading List is a list of recommended nonfiction titles that stimulate reading for pleasure and personal learning. This list is designed for grades 3-5.

2023 Texas Topaz 6-8

The Texas Topaz Reading List is a list of recommended nonfiction titles that stimulate reading for pleasure and personal learning. This list is designed for grades 6-8.

2023 Texas Topaz 9-12

The Texas Topaz Reading List is a list of recommended nonfiction titles that stimulate reading for pleasure and personal learning. This list is designed for grades 9-12.

2023 Texas Topaz Adults

The Texas Topaz Reading List is a list of recommended nonfiction titles that stimulate reading for pleasure and personal learning. This list is designed for adults.

2023 Texas Topaz K-2

The Texas Topaz Reading List is a list of recommended nonfiction titles that stimulate reading for pleasure and personal learning. This list is designed for grades K-2.

22-23 Mockingbird List

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23-24 Bluebonnet List

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Bluebonnet List 25-26

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Community Matters

We’re all in this together! These books explore adult friendships and how kindness and compassion can leave a lasting impression on individuals and their community.

Fun with Friends

Young readers can join in on the fun with books that teach the importance of working together toward a common goal and the power of friendship.

Great Middle School Reads

The Lone Star reading list is for grades 6, 7 and 8 to encourage recreational reading.

Kids Book List Color Our World

Explore creativity, art, and colorful characters in these books for younger readers.

Kids Nonfiction Reads

The Texas Topaz Reading List is a list of recommended nonfiction titles that stimulate reading for pleasure and personal learning. This list is designed for grades 3-5.

Mockingbird List 2025

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Pre-K Book List Color Our World

Babies and toddlers will enjoy the colorful artwork and fun stories in these artful picture books.

Preschool Book List

Not sure where to start? Consider checking out one or more of these titles. If you need help or more book suggestions, just contact a librarian.

Sharing and Caring

Engage preschoolers with picture books that feature characters playing, sharing, and celebrating diversity while building a strong foundation for reading.

Teen Book List Color Our World

Main characters with creative and artistic flair populate these books. Pick up a new book from the library or build your To Be Read (TBR) list -- reading colors your world!

United We Stand

Divided We Fall, United We Stand: a diverse range of stories about friendship, acceptance, and real-world issues important to teens.

The Great American Read

The PBS Great American Read list of 100 favorite books. How many have you read?