Can you recommend some of the best books on character building in fiction for young readers?

Young readers might enjoy 'Redwall' which has a lot of nature settings in its story of the mice and other animals in their abbey. 'The Magic Tree House' series is also wonderful. The two kids travel to different times and places, many of which involve nature exploration. 'The Little House on the Prairie' books are also good as they show the family's life on the prairie and their relationship with nature.

One good option for young readers is 'The Velveteen Rabbit'. While it's not strictly a Catholic book, it has themes of love, sacrifice, and becoming'real' which can be related to Catholic teachings. 'The Children of Fatima' is a more directly Catholic - themed book for young readers. It tells the story of the apparitions at Fatima in a way that is accessible to children. Also, 'The Legend of St. Christopher' can be a great read for young ones as it imparts important moral lessons through a simple story.

Sure. 'The Magic Tree House' series is great for young readers. It combines adventure and learning in a positive way. Each book takes the young protagonists on a different journey through time and space. Another is 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid'. It has a relatable and often humorous take on the life of a young boy, which can be positive in showing that everyone has their own challenges. 'Junie B. Jones' books are also positive. Junie B. is full of energy and her stories are about her everyday experiences in a positive and engaging way.

For young readers, 'Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry' by Mildred D. Taylor is a great Alabama fiction book. It shows the struggles of an African - American family in the South during the Great Depression. Another good one is 'The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963' by Christopher Paul Curtis. It's a story about a family's trip to Alabama and the events they experience there.

Sure. 'The Princess in Black' series is really good. It's about a princess who has a secret identity as a monster - fighting hero. It's fun and full of action, and it gives a different take on the traditional princess image in a royal setting.

The 'Stuart Little' books are also a good choice. While not overtly LDS, they are written by an LDS author. They tell the story of a little mouse in a big world, teaching lessons about family, friendship, and facing challenges, which are values that resonate with LDS teachings for young ones.

For younger readers, 'Where the Wild Things Are' by Maurice Sendak is a classic. It has a wild and imaginative story about a boy named Max who travels to an island full of strange creatures. The pictures are beautiful and the story is both exciting and a bit scary in a fun way for young kids.

'Charlotte's Web' by E.B. White has some great humorous elements. The conversations between the animals, especially Wilbur the pig and Templeton the rat, are quite funny. It's a classic that can make young readers laugh while also teaching valuable lessons.

For young readers, 'How I Bec a Pirate' by Melinda Long is really good. It has colorful illustrations and tells a fun story about a boy who joins pirates for a day. It's a light - hearted take on pirate life.

For young readers, 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' series by Jeff Kinney is great. It's about a middle - school kid named Greg Heffley and his daily struggles in school and at home, all told in a really funny way. Another good one is 'Captain Underpants' by Dav Pilkey. It has a lot of silly humor and crazy adventures that kids will love. And 'The Phantom Tollbooth' by Norton Juster. It's full of wordplay and imaginative situations that are both educational and humorous.