Discover new, amazing middle grade books for tweens, ages 9 - 12, for fall 2017 reading. *Find more newly published (excellent) fall 2017 middle grade FANTASY books here and HISTORICAL FICTION books here. (I separated the list because it was so long.) 13 New Middle Grade Books to Read in Fall 2017 Wallace the Brave by Will Henry HUMOR / GRAPHIC NOVEL If you like the humor … [Read more...]
What’s New in Fantasy Books for Ages 8 – 12 (Fall 2017)
I'm so excited to share with you the new fantasy middle grade books for children ages 8 - 12! If you're like me and love this genre, you're going to be thrilled with so many fantastic new titles. What's New in Fantasy Books for Ages 8 - 12 The Wonderling by Mira Bartók This beautiful, heart-warming story is one of my favorite books of 2017. The story begins at an orphanage of … [Read more...]
Summer 2017 New Releases for Ages 8 – 12 Years Old
It's the middle of summer 2017. Are you ready to hear about the new book releases for 8 - 12 year olds? I've been reading a lot -- and picked my favorites to share with you. Summer 2017 New Releases for Ages 8 - 12 Years Old Two Truths and a Lie by Ammi-Joan Paquette and Laurie Ann Thompson, illustrated by Lisa K. Weber NONFICTION This book is GENIUS! It's an impressive dare really … [Read more...]
New Chapter Books for Summer Reading 2017 (Ages 10 – 12)
If your kids are ages 10, 11, and 12 year olds, check out the best new chapter books for your 2017 summer reading choices! There are so many good ones. If you want more ideas, from other years, you'll want to see my favorite choices on these lists: Summer Book List for Age 10 Summer Book List for Age 11 Summer book List for Age 12 New Chapter Books for Summer … [Read more...]
Lemons by Melissa Savage
Lemons by Melissa Savage just went on sale this month. I've joined the blog tour to give you a glimpse at this warm-hearted coming of age chapter book. Lemons by Melissa Savage Lemons by Melissa Savage Lemonade's mama always told her to make lemonade out of lemons but it's pretty darn hard when you're mom has died and you're stuck living in a small town with a grandfather you don't … [Read more...]
Discover New Fantasy Books for Your Kids
If your kids like to read fantasy books, you'll want to check out these new titles from the first part of 2017! They're filled with magic, adventure, and characters to love. Discover New Fantasy Books for Your Kids Third Grade Mermaid by Peter Raymundo (ages 7 - 9) Even mermaids have spelling tests and swim team. Cora must get her spelling grade up or she's off the team. But that's … [Read more...]
Vivid Historical Fiction Choices for Kids
As readers, we develop a deeper understanding of history when we read historical fiction books with compelling characters, interesting settings, and rewarding adventures. These new book choices do just that --vividly show a time in history. Enjoy! Vivid Historical Fiction Choices for Kids The Many Reflections of Miss Jane Deming by J. Anderson Coats (middle grade ages 8 - 12) Jane's … [Read more...]
11 Heartfelt Coming of Age Books
Coming of age books often deal with pain, healing, and newly learned wisdom. Not all do. Some coming of age stories are about finding meaning within the angst of growing up. The definition I like best from Cambridge Dictionary says that coming of age is "the time when someone matures emotionally, or in some other way." 2017's gifted us with a plethora of moving coming of age middle … [Read more...]
Exciting Adventure Chapter Books for Kids
If your kids like exciting and action-packed adventure chapter books, then these new releases might be perfect for their next reading binge. Adventure Chapter Books for Kids Press Start! Game Over, Super Rabbit Boy! by Thomas Flintham ADVENTURE (ages 5 - 7) Attention gamers! You're going to love this adventure about a boy who is playing a game where evil King Viking and his robot army are … [Read more...]
6 Fantasy and Science Fiction Books, Winter 2017
Check out what new in middle grade fantasy and science fiction books this winter (2017)! If I had to pick a favorite, it would be the Metropolitans. Which would your readers enjoy best? 6 Fantasy and Science Fiction Books, Winter 2017 If the Magic Fits (100 Dresses) by Susan Maupin Schmid FANTASY (ages 8 - 12) Darling Dimple is thrilled to be moved from a kitchen scrubber to an upstairs … [Read more...]
Sci-Fi Junior High Adventure from Jimmy Patterson Books
Sci-Fi Junior High is a funny, new middle grade science-fiction adventure for ages 8 and up by John Martin and Scott Seegert, published by James Patterson’s new children’s book imprint, Jimmy Patterson Books. Kelvin Klosmo is the son of genius scientist parents. He's just moved to the Galactic Science Hub's Sci-Fi Junior High where he's desperately trying to keep people thinking that he's … [Read more...]
Ultimate List of Beauty and the Beast Retellings and Adaptations (for Kids and Young Adults)
Fans of the Beauty and the Beast movies, look no further to find Beauty and the Beast (La Belle et la Bête) books -- retellings and adaptations for kids and Young Adults (YA)! This originally French fairy tale became popular in the 1700s written by Gabrielle-Suzanne Barbot de Villeneuve. When her father is imprisoned by a cursed Beast for stealing a rose, Belle, or Beauty, trades her freedom … [Read more...]