Trouble

Written by: Jane Kurtz

First line: Trouble always found Tekleh

Why you should read this book: A spirited young boy seems to naturally attract trouble, so his father makes him a wooden game board to keep him out of it. The game board, of course, leads Tekleh into a series of strange encounters. Despite his inability to stay out of trouble, he handles himself well and comes out ahead after a day of silliness.

Why you shouldn't read this book: You rely on technology track your child's whereabouts at any given time.