Do you or someone you know like to read middle grade novels? Are you looking for a middle grade novel that takes place during the summer to read while you're at the pool or on vacation? Look no further, for I have created a list!
Glory Be, by Augusta Scattergood
Historical fiction novel about eleven year old Glory, who is growing up in a town in Mississippi in 1964 and dealing with segregation after her town closes the public pool rather than integrate it.
The Hidden Summer, by Gin Phillips
Realistic fiction novel about two best friends who hide out in an abandoned golf course because their mothers had a fight and won't let them see each other.
Sure Signs of Crazy, by Karen Harrington
Realistic fiction novel about twelve year old Sarah Nelson, whose mother left her when she was two because she was mentally ill. She sets out to find out if she will end up the same way. Along the way, instead of a "typical boring Sarah Nelson summer" she realizes she might have an extraordinary summer.
Because of Winn-Dixie, by Kate DiCamillo
Classic novel about a girl named Opal who finds a dog she names Winn-Dixie. The book is about how he changed her life.
The Lightning Thief, by Rick Riordan
Fantasy novel about Percy Jackson, who discovers that the Greek gods are real and his father was one, and that he needs to go on a quest to stop the gods from having a war and destroying the world.
Every Soul A Star, by Wendy Mass
Realistic fiction coming-of-age story, told through the perspective of 3 young teenagers who all end up at the Moon Shadow campground to witness a total eclipse of the sun.
Have you read all of these books? If so, was the historical fiction novel interesting? Did you learn a lot about race relations in the US?
ReplyDeleteI have read all of them just so it could be a legit recommendation. The historical fiction novel was interesting, the author made it pretty authentic however the main character was super naive which I found kind of annoying.
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