Book Review: 'Best Books for Boys'

Pam Allyn's Best Book for Boys is written like a guy wrote it, only a guy didn't. It's practical, divided into topics and ages, and offers quick descriptions after each title. Just what any parent needs walking into a bookstore or trolling Amazon. My favorite part is an extensive Q&A written in a breezy manner telling you just what you need to know: Question #21: How do you feel about "light" books such as Captain Underpants? Allyn responds: "I LOVE these books. They've been radically helpful in getting boys to read." (And then she follows with a thorough response.) ...
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