Middle-Grade Readers (Ages 8-12)

Funny novel-in-verse about Ben and his classmates navigating school, friendship, and video games. Celebrates different types of intelligence. Great for Minecraft fans and reluctant readers.

In this thought-provoking book, middle school students share what they would save if their house was on fire. A powerful exploration of what truly matters.

Lety must find her voice to win a competition at the animal shelter, but risks losing her favorite dog. Heartwarming novel about friendship and advocacy.

A novel in verse where a lost dog helps a lonely girl find her family, discovering a new family along the way. Touching and heartfelt.

Middle-grade adventure blending anxieties, friendships, & wonders of a Cherokee boy's life with Cherokee history & lore as he searches for his missing mother.

A 2024 Oregon Book Award winner, this Coraline-esque retelling of a Japanese folk tale follows Melony as she must outsmart a deceitful demon to save her loved ones.

A novel about homelessness and hope as Opin, his brother Emjay, and their mother search for stability while facing unpredictable challenges on the road to a new life in Los Angeles.

Two girls embark on a time-traveling adventure through music history to find Shaheen's missing father. Will they solve the mystery before time runs out?

Middle-schooler Lucia dreams of being a hero like her grandfather, a monster hunter. When she discovers the town mayor is a shapeshifting beast, only she and her friend can stop him.

Discover 100 wildly fun and adventurous maps in Wild Maps for Curious Minds, exploring the quirks and wonders of the natural world.

Discover 100 cat breeds from around the world in this detailed guide with illustrations and fun facts about their origins, skills, and personalities.

Discover the ultimate list of the greatest soccer players of all time by the hosts of Men in Blazers. Packed with humor, iconic illustrations, and inspiring stories. Perfect for soccer fans of all ages.

An encyclopedia of mind-bogglingly random facts that will stick in your brain, from pee mouthwash to dancing cave people. Educational and hilarious!

Uncover over 100 real-life mysteries, from Loch Ness to alien abductions, in this captivating gift book with compelling case studies and atmospheric artwork.

Enter the fantastical realm of Myth World! Color extraordinary mythical beasts like unicorns and dragons in this magical coloring book by Good Wives & Warriors.

Soccer Superstars series features quizzes, stats, and fun facts about players like Kylian Mbappé. Perfect for young readers, filled with inspiring stories and illustrations.

The ultimate sports book for young fans is back! Get the latest top sports stories of 2023 with Scholastic. Meet top athletes in baseball, basketball, football, and more. Perfect for sports fanatics and newbies.

Uncover the true history of Indigenous peoples in North America in this comprehensive book, including hidden histories and oral traditions.

In 1700s Norway, Madsi, Torin, and Espen journey to rescue her sister from the Northern Lights, encountering legendary creatures along the way.

In Knots, Norah navigates family chaos and a hair dye disaster, learning to find her voice and ask for help. A hilarious graphic novel for fans of Just Pretend.

Get ready for an action-packed fantasy RPG series! Kit, a gnorf, joins the Dungeon Running League with friends Sandy and Thorn. Adventure awaits!

A heartwarming novel about friendship and neurodiversity, featuring a bouncy girl and her nonvocal autistic friend who go on an unforgettable adventure.

A moving anthology celebrating Black love, creativity, resistance, and life by award-winning Black authors and artists. Black Lives Matter.

When Pip and his friends start changing in the forest, Zoey and Sassafras use science to solve the mystery and save the magical animals.