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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Written by Janet Tashjian
Struggling student Derek finds a newspaper article about mysterious happenings in his past, and...
5th - 7th
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
Written by Margaret Peterson Haddix
These futuristic novels tell the adventures of the shadow children, "third children" who are...
6th - 8th
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
