Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
Twelve-year-old fraternal twins Claudia and Reese couldn’t be more different—except in their determination to win their ongoing prank war. When things escalate from the cafeteria to the digital world of an online game, the battle spins hilariously out of control. Told through chat logs, photos, and text messages, The Tapper Twins Go to War perfectly captures middle school life in a digitally connected world.
Peter loves his grandpa but wants his room back. He has no choice but to declare war! With the help of his friends, Peter devises outrageous plans to make Grandpa surrender the room. But Grandpa is tougher than he looks. Rather than give in, Grandpa plans to get even. They used to be such great pals. Has their war gone too far?
Louis Sachar’s Holes is a funny, heartfelt mystery about fate, friendship, and second chances. Stanley Yelnats’s journey from unlucky teen to unexpected hero is filled with clever twists and meaningful lessons about perseverance and justice. With humor and depth, Sachar creates a story that appeals to both kids and adults, making this a must-read classic for middle-grade classrooms.
One girl. One elderly neighbor. A friendship that bridges generations. Tree. Table. Book. is a heartfelt story of memory, love, and the power of listening—where every story changes everything.
Featuring a poverty-stricken boy who bravely rides out all the storms life keeps throwing at him. Joe Oak is used to living on unsteady ground. His mom can’t be depended on as she never stays around long once she gets “the itch,” and now he and his beloved grandmother find themselves without a home.