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Hiroshima

Written by Laurence Yep

A boldly written, fictionalized account of the bombing of Hiroshima, seen through the eyes of 12-year-old Sachi. "Required reading in every classroom in this country."—The Washington Post

6th - 9th

I Survived the Destruction of Pompeii, 79 A.D.

Written by Lauren Tarshis

History's most exciting and terrifying events come to life in these stories of amazing kids and how they survived.

4th - 6th

I Survived the San Francisco Earthquake, 1906

Written by Lauren Tarshis

History's most exciting and terrifying events come to life in these stories of amazing kids and how they survived.

4th - 6th

Circle of Gold

Written by Candy Dawson Boyd

In this Coretta Scott King Honor book, young Mattie embarks on a plan to bring her family back together—and restore her mother's hope—after her father's death.

4th - 7th

Scholastic Classics: The Secret Garden

Written by Frances Hodgson Burnett

Spoiled, angry Mary Lennox is sent to live with her mysterious uncle after the death of her parents, and new friends help her begin her life again.

5th - 8th

Peter Pan

Written by J. M. Barrie

A mischievous boy who refuses to grow up whisks the Darling children off to Neverland in this canonical Edwardian fantasy.

5th - 8th

Scary Stories: Scary Stories 3

Written by Alvin Schwartz

A collection of tales guaranteed to set spines tingling with stories of swamp creatures, strange dreams, and more. "Perfect for reading alone or aloud in a dimly lit room."—Kirkus

5th - 6th

I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912

Written by Lauren Tarshis

History's most exciting and terrifying events come to life in these stories of amazing kids and how they survived.

4th - 6th

Theory, Practice and Destructive Properties: Liar, Liar

Written by Gary Paulsen

Eighth-grader Kevin is a gifted liar whose tales begin to get him in ever-increasing trouble with friends and family alike. "Will appeal to reluctant middle school readers."—Kirkus. Mature content

6th - 9th

In the Year of the Boar and Jackie Robinson

Written by Betty Bao Lord

A Chinese girl immigrates to New York in 1947 and assimilates into a strange culture of tough kids, stickball, and the Brooklyn Dodgers. "Poignant but outrageously humorous."—SLJ

5th - 6th

The Tiger Rising

Written by Kate DiCamillo

After losing his mother, 11-year-old Rob moves to a new community, where he discovers a new friend—and caged tigers in the woods. "Lush with haunting characters."—SLJ

6th - 7th

My Life as a Book: My Life as a Book

Written by Janet Tashjian

Struggling student Derek finds a newspaper article about mysterious happenings in his past, and...

5th - 7th

Theory, Practice and Destructive Properties: Flat Broke

Written by Gary Paulsen

14-year-old Kevin is full of ideas on how to tackle the problems of the world and no matter how disastrous his attempts are, he never gives up! "Totally hilarious"—SLJ

6th - 8th

Shadow Children: Among the Hidden

Written by Margaret Peterson Haddix

These futuristic novels tell the adventures of the shadow children, "third children" who are...

6th - 8th

The Homework Machine: The Homework Machine

Written by Dan Gutman

An unlikely foursome of fifth-graders unites over an amazing discovery—a secret homework machine named Belch. "Ideal for middle-grade readers."—Child Magazine

4th - 6th

One Hen

Written by Katie Smith Milway

Based on a true story, a Ghanan child tells of the profound effect that micro-loans have on his family's life. A "distinguished book."—SLJ, starred review

4th - 6th

Lara's Gift

Written by Annemarie O’Brien

In imperial Russia, young Lara wants to become a royal dog breeder like her father, who resists her obvious gifts in favor of her brother. "Engrossing and powerful."—Kirkus, starred review

5th - 8th

On This Long Journey

Written by Joseph Bruchac

In 1838, sixteen-year-old Cherokee Jesse Smoke returns to his Tennessee home after his school is closed, and he and his family are forced onto the horrifying Trail of Tears.

5th - 7th

Loser

Written by Jerry Spinelli

Donald is tagged a "loser" after failing a Field Day challenge for his fourth grade class, but his unique and inspiring view of life keeps his spirits afloat.

5th - 6th

The Circuit

Written by Francisco Jimenez

These autobiographical stories tell of hardship, poverty, and love within a family of migrant workers. "An authentic and strong Mexican voice."—Publishers Weekly

5th - 6th

Storm Runners: Storm Runners

Written by Roland Smith

Chase and his dad are storm runners, racing across the country in search of wild weather. As the hurricane of the century approaches, it's clear this challenge is far beyond their experience.

6th - 8th

The Great Gilly Hopkins

Written by Katherine Paterson

Gilly Hopkins finds herself in a foster home that she wants to hate, but comes to love. "Genuinely moving, frequently funny, and sparkling with memorable encounters."—Kirkus

5th - 6th

Forty Acres and Maybe a Mule

Written by Harriet Gillem Robinet

Like other ex-slaves, Pascal and his older brother Gideon claim land of their own, but the night riders threaten to take it away. "A stirring story of self-determination."—Publishers Weekly

5th - 7th

Love That Dog

Written by Sharon Creech

A charming tale of a boy who finds his own voice with the help of a teacher who won't stop giving him poetry assignments. "A really special triumph."—Kirkus, starred review

5th - 8th

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