It’s Middle Grade March which means it is the perfect time to grab a couple of Middle Grade books to add to your TBR’s for the month! I have been neglecting my middle grade reading over the last couple years, but whenever I open a middle grade title up, I remember how awesome they are and vow to read more of them! They are perfect for quick reads, and usually teach a few great lessons about friendship and acceptance as well.
The following list is a combination of some of my favorite Middle Grade books as well as books that I have recently spotted and want to read! I am going to attempt to give a one sentence blurb on each book to keep it short, sweet and to the point!
The Next Great Jane
A Book about a kid who loves Jane Austen and wants nothing more than to become the “Next Great Jane” and write a best-selling novel.
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The Mysterious Benedict Society
A series of books about a group of misfits and genius kids who must investigate clues and creatively work around obstacles to solve a mystery.
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Flora and Ulysses
A little girl befriends a squirrel, that obtains “super powers” after a near death experience with a vacuum cleaner. The book has sections of graphic novel formatting and at it’s core is about the ability to find hope and love even when you feel cynical about the world.
Book Scavenger
The game is afoot! Books have been hidden all around the world and when Emily’s family moves she takes it upon herself to find the hidden books! BONUS!!!! There is an actual Book Scavenger game inspired by this book where you can find books hidden around the United States. Learn more about it HERE.
Brown Girl Dreaming
This middle grade book tells the story of the authors life growing up as an African American in the 1960’s and 1970’s through a series of poems. It is a truly touching book that I would recommend everyone read.
Nevermoor
A fun fantasy series about a “cursed” girl named Morrigan Crow who is transported to an alternate world to compete for a spot in the Wundrous Society.
This book is Anti-Racist
This book is perfect for kids 12 and up who want to learn how to hold themselves accountable and to actively work to be anti racist in a world where adults are constantly presenting them with racist views.
Related Link: NYT list of Anti Racist books for kids and teens recommended by BIPOC teachers.
The House that Lou Built
Lou is a Filipina-American 12 year old that lives in her grandmothers house and shares a room with her mother. She is very close to her family but decides to make herself a tiny house (100 square feet) in order to gain some privacy. I really enjoyed the message of family in this book.
Related link: If you have an urge to build your own tiny home check this out!
Zoe in Wonderland
Tells the story of Introverted Zoe who is afraid that her real life will never be as exciting as her imaginary life. It is a book that most readers will be able to easily relate to.
The Science of Breakable Things
Natalie enters the Egg Drop Competition in her science class and plans to use the prize money to help her mother who is suffering from depression. It is a book about friendship, family, perseverance and hope.
Ghost Squad
A group of kids come together to help break a curse. It is action packed, fun, and has lots of supernatural elements that will have you flying through the book from cover to cover.
The Name of This Book is Secret
Sorry, but it would be against the rules to tell you what this book is about! 😉 What I CAN say is that it is full of fantastic humor and you should definitely read it!
Tilly and the Book Wanderers
What would you do if you discovered that characters from your favorite books were coming to life? That’s what Tilly discovers with Anne of Green Gables, Alice in Wonderland and more. This book is a book lovers fantasy!
Front Desk
Mia Tang helps her parents out by managing the front desk at the Motel that they work at, and live in, she also must keep a secret. They allow immigrants to live rent free in the rooms and keep it hidden from the Motel owner. On top of all of this Mia works hard to make her dreams of becoming a writer a reality, even when her parents think she should only focus on math and science instead.
