World champion high jumper Chaunté Lowe pens the captivating story of her journey from an impoverished childhood full of big dreams and devastating hurdles, to becoming a bronze medal-winning US Olympian.
Set in a future where paper is obsolete, The Paper Museum offers a unique, middle-grade mystery. Though the plot suffers from a notably slow start, its high-stakes conclusion and heartfelt exploration of family separation make it an engaging option.
A powerful and wryly funny graphic novel adaptation, Borders follows a Blackfoot mother and son trapped in legal limbo at the U.S.-Canada border. Seamlessly blending Thomas King’s sharp narrative with Natasha Donovan’s breathtaking illustrations, this book is a must-have for middle school libraries looking to spark profound student discussions on identity, sovereignty, and visual literacy.
What if your favorite teacher was actually a robot? Gordon Korman blends humor, mystery, and science fiction in this entertaining middle grade novel about a suspiciously perfect new teacher. With multiple perspectives, relatable characters, and thought-provoking questions about artificial intelligence.
Step behind the silver screen! Meghan McCarthy’s Action! How Movies Began is an informational treasure trove that beautifully maps the evolution of filmmaking from 1800s photography to modern blockbusters.