Since the summer of 2009, the First Lady has released a number of top 10 reading lists for students with recommended books that fit a variety of age ranges. Mrs. Beshear encourages students to read for pleasure, as young people who enjoy reading and learning are more likely to be engaged and successful in the classroom. Below are her recommended book lists.
2013
Special Edition: Literacy Week Reading List
2012
Top Ten Fall Reads (Thanksgiving themed)
Top Ten Summer Reads
Special Edition: Literacy Week Reading List
2011
Top Ten Winter Reads
Top Ten Fall Reads
Top Ten Summer Reads
Special Edition: Literacy Week Reading List
2010
Top Ten Winter Reads featuring all Kentucky authors
Top Ten Fall Reads
Top Ten Summer Reads
Special Edition: Top Ten Derby Reading Picks
Top Ten Spring Reads
2009
Top Ten Winter Reads
Top Ten Fall Reads
Top Ten Summer Reads