Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
Ever since a career-ending injury, former elite gymnast Eden has been feeling lost. To add insult to actual injury, her mom has been invited to present at her middle school’s career day, which would be fine except Mom’s company produces period products like pads and tampons.
What happens when a human girl gets sent to a summer camp—for vampires?! Maya’s dull summer takes a wild turn when her love of cooking lands her in the most unexpected (and undead) kitchen ever.
What if a school’s mascot is seen as racist, but not by everyone? In this compelling middle-grade novel in verse, two best-selling BIPOC authors tackle this hot-button issue.
A wall divides her family. A tunnel could bring them back together. A Night Divided is a gripping story of courage, danger, and the fight for freedom that will keep readers turning pages late into the night.
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.