Want to know about the best middle-grade chapter books and graphic novels of 2019? 2019 gave us so many amazing middle-grade chapter books and graphic novels! Especially for realistic fiction books that tackle growing up while facing big issues like colorism, poverty, immigration, and identity. Add several memorable historical fiction stories and a few adventures […]
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9 Trending Middle Grade Novels for Ages 9 – 12
Happy November, book-loving friends! Today I’m sharing with you some amazing new middle-grade books for your 9 – 12-year-old readers. You’ll notice I’ve starred my favorites that are contenders for my best of 2019 list. But all these books are incredible so even the books I didn’t star are totally worth reading. Trending Middle […]
Continue ReadingPizza Hut’s BOOK IT! Program Lets Kids Earn Pizza for Reading
Disclosure: I’m partnering with Pizza Hut to bring you this information, but all opinions are my own. It’s time to register for Pizza Hut’s BOOK IT!® Program! Celebrating its 35th year, this free reading incentive program is a yummy opportunity for elementary teachers and homeschoolers (for students ages 5-12) to reward children for accomplishing any reading goals. Pizza […]
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Ghost stories for kids range between adorable to downright terrifying. From cute picture books about ghosts to middle-grade stories and books with ghosts that might be friendly or might be malevolent, there’s a ghost story for everyone on this list. The Best Ghost Story Picture Books How to Make Friends With a Ghost by Rebecca […]
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Are you looking for reading and writing gifts for kids for kids growing as readers and writers? Sometimes all it takes for kids (and me) to want to write or read are creative literacy gifts like a brand new journal or a playful game. These literacy gifts for kids will inspire them to read more, […]
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Bibliophiles, are you ready to get the scoop on new chapter books for your students and the kids in your life? Words on Fire by Jennifer A. Nielsen HISTORICAL FICTION Nielsen deftly captures the history of Lithuania’s book smugglers as well as the fundamental truth that books give readers freedom from oppression; books keep […]
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Ready to add to your bookshelves? These books are the newest chapter books with mythology, magic, and fantasy elements. Add to that adventure, growing up, and making ethical decisions, and you’ll see there are many, many good books from which to choose. Maybe you’ll want to read them all! New Myths, Magic, and […]
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