Middle-Grade Readers (Ages 8-12)

Neurodivergent Maudie must find courage to share a dark secret with her dad during a turbulent summer in California. A captivating read about family, bravery, and self-discovery.

A neurodiverse girl gets a chance to talk to her lost friend using advanced technology, but soon uncovers dark secrets that only she can expose. Heartwarming and heroic YA novel.

A heartwarming tale of a nonverbal girl awaiting the Challenger launch, searching for her missing sister. Will she reunite with Bridget?

An honest and moving coming-of-age story about a young autistic girl navigating sixth grade while learning to embrace her true self.

Celebrate 30 inspiring Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders in U.S. history in partnership with the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center.

Discover the highs and lows of Reconstruction in America after the Civil War, from progress to setbacks, in this enlightening historical title.

Celebrate 30 influential Latinas/Latinos/Latinxs in U.S. history with Nuestra América, an illustrated anthology from the Smithsonian Latino Center.

Collector's edition of Hilda graphic novels 3 and 4 inspired Netflix series. Praise from NY Times and Raina Telgemeier. Adventure in city and wilderness.

A funny and informative children's book by Elise Gravel explains how different brains work and the importance of understanding neurodiversity.

The Gods and Gifts Activity Book offers 50+ activities for decoding practice, reading comprehension, and speech-language development based on Greek myths. Developed for educators and parents to support literacy skills.

Prometheus steals fire from the gods for humans, but faces consequences from Zeus. Check out HOT ROD series for fun, controlled reading practice!

Join the D.A.R.E. Detectives on a mysterious case down Lovett Lane! Easy-to-read book with decodable words and exciting chapters for ages 8-12.

Hank the Tank, a black bear, breaks into homes in South Lake Tahoe, saved by DNA discovery. Phonics practice book for grades 4+ with parent tips.

Boost confidence in reading for struggling readers and children with dyslexia with this fun and exciting decodable chapter book collection. Join the Plott family on six adventures in one big book!

Magical adventures on Cattywampus Street with a special group of friends. Each chapter tells a whimsical tale filled with mystery, humor, and charm.

Discover 38 extraordinary children with unique superpowers in "The Remarkables." This inclusive encyclopedia celebrates individuality and sparks imagination.

Award-winning multicultural poetry collection featuring 125+ poems from 68 countries, beautifully selected by renowned anthologist Naomi Shihab Nye.

Georgie, a boy with clubfoot, embarks on a journey to a new children's hospital in Toronto in 1898 with his dog Darby, experiencing miracles along the way.

In this moving novel, Gary D. Schmidt tells the beautiful, interconnected stories of a grieving girl and a boy on the run from his past, set in 1968.

In the epic conclusion to The Land of Stories series, Conner and Alex must save the fairy tale characters unleashed on NYC. A thrilling mix of action, humor, and heart!

Twins Alex and Conner must stop the Masked Man's plot to recruit villains with a magic potion before it's too late. Fairy tales collide in this thrilling Land of Stories adventure.

Alex and Conner must use their imaginations to gather an army of characters from Conner's stories to battle the Masked Man and save their world.

Don't miss Brian Selznick's extraordinary thematic trilogy with Wonderstruck, The Invention of Hugo Cabret, and The Marvels. A mesmerizing journey intertwining words and pictures in a captivating tale of two children's quests for what they are missing.

Discover Brian Selznick's breathtaking new voyage, The Marvels. Two stand-alone stories intertwine in this intriguing narrative puzzle. Dive into this captivating adventure that pays homage to the power of storytelling.