Middle-Grade Readers (Ages 8-12)

The One and Only Ivan, Ivan's final adventure as a father, explores his past in captivity and his new life in a wildlife sanctuary.

#1 NY Times bestseller! Follow Bob on a daring journey to find his sister with his friends Ivan and Ruby. A heartwarming tale of friendship and courage.

Barclay and friends race to find a legendary beast before their enemy. Uncover chilling mysteries in the dangerous Tundra in this action-packed adventure.

New girl Caitlyn navigates life at Mitchell School, following the mysterious disappearance of legendary prankster Paulie Fink. A funny, thought-provoking exploration of heroism and self-discovery.

Kate DiCamillo’s fable about trusting the unexpected and making the extraordinary come true is now in a movie tie-in edition. Peter seeks his sister with the help of a fortuneteller’s mysterious answer.

A touching story about family, love, and new beginnings, perfect for kids and families. Awarded eight starred reviews and praised by bestselling authors.

New York Times bestselling series continues with Emily and friends seeking help in Cielis, where a dark secret threatens everything they fight for.

The last kids must travel to the monster dimension to stop the end of the world in the highly-anticipated ninth book of a bestselling series.

A heartwarming middle-grade story of two boys finding first love during a seaside summer, filled with unexpected emotions and budding romance.

Thirteen-year-old Cassidy races in the Great Texas Dragon Race to save her family's sanctuary in this thrilling middle grade fantasy debut.

Ghostly friends plan a heist to return to the land of the living in this middle grade adventure. Can they outsmart a dangerous necromancer?

Join four kids with elemental powers on a mission to save Earth from the Calamity Corporation. Help shape the story and choose wisely to protect the planet!

Drew gets a piece of alien spacecraft on his birthday, gaining the ability to absorb information through touch. Will he become a superhero and help a classmate in need? Check out this graphic novel with a spunky hero in a wheelchair.

Meet the Fletchers: two dads, four adopted brothers, two cats, one pug. A funny summer on Rock Island with surprises, humor, and heartwarming moments.

2021 Green Earth Book Award Long List: The Endangereds, a thrilling adventure where animals must rescue endangered species before it's too late.

Barclay and friends face sandstorms and danger in the Desert at the prestigious University of Al Faradh in this exciting fantasy adventure.

"A queer tale of kid werewolves facing the Devouring Wolf, with a family dynamic and terrifying creatures. A thrilling read for all ages."

"Cat Campbell discovers her magical powers and must prove herself in the face of danger in this charming coming-of-age story for fans of Matilda."

An 11-year-old boy in Los Angeles battles traffic jams to save his family's catering business in this heartwarming tale of determination and teamwork.

In "The Breakaways," quiet Faith joins the school soccer team and forms an unexpected bond with her teammates, challenging notions of loyalty and friendship.

Heartfelt and humorous, this story follows Sparrow, a nonbinary character navigating a binary world while dealing with family struggles and self-discovery.

Team Pom's oddball adventures take them through NYC with hilarious shenanigans. Can they thwart villainous plans involving Dodos and save the city?

Quirky debut novel about a determined girl biking across the country to meet her idol, encountering ghosts, animals, and friendship along the way. Junior Library Guild selection.

A determined girl bikes across the country to meet her idol, facing surprises along the way. Quirky middle-grade fun about friendship and adventure.