Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
Return to Beechwood Island in Family of Liars, E. Lockhart’s gripping prequel to the TikTok sensation We Were Liars. Narrated by seventeen-year-old Carrie, this atmospheric thriller peeling back the perfect facade of the Sinclair family is packed with secrets, grief, and betrayal.
Something Like Home is a heartfelt novel in verse that uses its poetic structure to give students a gentle, honest window into the themes of family, belonging, and resilience. This powerful story is a quick, engaging read perfect for sparking deep ELA discussions on character development and poetic structure in grades 4-6.