Some books get read once and forgotten. The Best Summer of My Life is different — it's a summer adventure book your child gets to steer, page by page, all season long. Written for ages 7–12, it turns an ordinary summer into a choose-your-path story with 15 different endings. Here's why it's the one kids keep coming back to.
What the book is about
School's out, the days are wide open, and your child decides how the summer unfolds. Do they chase a mystery down at the lake, build the ultimate backyard fort, or follow a map to something hidden? Every choice branches the story in a new direction. Because your child is the main character, the summer that plays out is the one they create.
Why this summer adventure book keeps kids reading
The magic is in the choices. At the end of most sections your child makes a decision, and that decision changes what happens next. It's the same pull as a video game — decide, act, see the result — so reading stops feeling like homework. Even reluctant readers race to the next page, because they want to know where their choice leads.
- 15 endings, so "finishing" turns into "let's try a different path."
- Short, fast sections that build confidence one win at a time.
- Zero scary content — just warm, funny, hopeful summer fun.
- Perfect for the summer slide, keeping skills sharp without a fight.
Who it's for
This summer adventure book is ideal for kids ages 7–12 — especially the ones who'd rather be gaming than reading. It also makes an easy gift: a birthday present, a road-trip companion, or a "just because" surprise that actually gets opened again and again. Parents love that it's screen-free; kids love that they're in charge.
Ready to hand your child a summer they get to write themselves? The Best Summer of My Life is part of the Decide Your Destiny series for ages 7–12, priced from $3.90. Browse the full collection and start the adventure tonight.