Mercy Watson, the Porcine Wonder (books by Kate DiCamillo)
The Mercy Watson books are delightful with memorable characters and work well as read alouds, chapter books, and books for new readers.
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Lovely War by Julie Berry
Lovely War is a satisfying romance that will leave readers with much to think about.
*He is Risen: Rocks Tell the Story of Easter by Patti Rokus
A beautiful, artistic representation of the story of Easter using rocks set against a black backdrop. Starred review for He is Risen.
*Forward Me Back to You by Mitali Perkins
Mitali Perkins’ latest novel takes two conflicted teens to India to confront human trafficking and challenges to their Christian faith.
*By the Great Horn Spoon by Sid Fleischman (Retro Read)
Jack and Praiseworthy must use their wits and resourcefulness if they are to strike it rich in California’s goldfields in this funny middle grades novel.
*The Wednesday Wars by Gary D. Schmidt
Holling C Holling comes to appreciate more than Shakespeare in this humorous historical fiction middle school novel. Starred review!
*Bamboo People by Mitali Perkins
Chiko and Tu Reh learn to face challenges and love their enemies in modern day, war-torn Burma in this realistic fiction novel for teens. Starred review.
*Pay Attention, Carter Jones by Gary Schmidt
To “pay attention” to the world around you is rule #1 of a life well lived, as this winning middle-grade novel shows