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The Pecan Sheller

The Pecan Sheller

Written by Lupe Ruiz-Flores
The Pecan Sheller is a moving historical novel set in 1930s San Antonio, following thirteen-year-old Petra as she is forced to leave school to work in a grueling pecan factory.
5th - 8th
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All the Blues in the Sky

All the Blues in the Sky

Written by Renée Watson
Thirteen-year-old Sage struggles to navigate life and grief after her best friend unexpectedly passes away on her birthday.
5th - 8th
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Book of Scary Stories

The August House Book of Scary Stories: Spooky Tales for Telling Out Loud

The August House Book of Scary Stories is a thrilling collection of spooky tales designed specifically for oral storytelling and middle-grade readers.
5th - 9th
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Farm On Nippersink Creek

Farm On Nippersink Creek: Stories from a Midwestern Childhood

Written by Jim May
Discover a heartwarming collection of stories about growing up in the rural Midwest during the 1950s.
3rd - 10th
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Beneath the Blazing Sun

Beneath the Blazing Sun

Written by Rex M. Ellis
Beneath the Blazing Sun is a powerful collection of 18 stories that explores the African American experience from its roots in West Africa to the present day.
4th - 10th
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North American Pirates

North American Pirates and Their Lost Treasure

Written by W.C. Jameson and Illustrated by Kory Fluckiger
Uncover the true stories of history's most notorious outlaws in this exciting collection of pirate tales by expert treasure hunter W.C. Jameson. Move beyond the movies to explore the real-life adventures, sunken ships, and buried gold of swashbucklers like Blackbeard and Calico Jack.
4th - 8th
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Eleven Nature tales

Eleven Nature Tales: A Multicultural Journey

Written by Pleasant DeSpain
Eleven Nature Tales: A Multicultural Journey is an engaging collection of ancient legends that celebrate the beauty and balance of our natural world. Author Pleasant DeSpain shares traditional stories from diverse cultures, including China, Australia, and Native American tribes, to teach vital lessons about the environment.
5th - 8th
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Americas Outlaws

America's Outlaws and the Treasures They Left Behind

Written by WC Jameson
This action-packed book shares true stories of famous bandits like Jesse James and Belle Starr and the secret riches they hid across the country. It is the perfect read for anyone who loves history, mysteries, and the adventure of searching for lost gold.
5th - 8th
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The Curse of the Ten Broken Toes

Matt Sprouts and the Curse of the Ten Broken Toes

Written by Matthew Eicheldinger
Follow eleven-year-old Matt as he navigates the perils of sixth grade and a mysterious hometown myth in this heartwarming, illustrated middle school comedy.
2nd - 8th
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Freewater

Written by Amina Luqman-Dawson

Under the cover of night, twelve-year-old Homer flees Southerland Plantation with his little sister...

5th - 9th

Hoot: Guide for Families (en Español)

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading with your child.

Hoot: Guide for Families (አማርኛ)

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading with your child.

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Camp Average

Written by Craig Battle
A group of 11-year-olds arrives to spend six weeks playing sports at Camp Avalon―which they affectionately call Camp Average, because they never win at any sport. And that’s the way they like it. But this summer, new camp director Winston―who hates losing―has some hyper-competitive ideas about how to improve their performance, whether they want to or not!
3rd - 8th
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Unplugged

Written by Gordon Korman
As the son of the world’s most famous tech billionaire, spoiled Jett Baranov has always gotten what he wanted. So when his father’s private jet drops him in the middle of the Arkansas wilderness, at a place called the Oasis, Jett can’t believe it. He’s forced to hand over his cell phone, eat grainy veggie patties, and participate in wholesome activities with the other kids, who he has absolutely no interest in hanging out with.
4th - 8th
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Gamerville

Written and Illustrated by Johnnie Christmas
Max Lightning is howling at the moon—he’s finally qualified for Gamerville, a championship where players compete to be top dog in the multiplayer video game Lone Wolf of Calamity Bay. But his dreams of domination are doomed when his parents send him to Camp Reset.
3rd - 8th

Hoot: Guide For Families

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading with your child.

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Alone

Written by Megan E. Freeman

When twelve-year-old Maddie hatches a scheme for a secret sleepover with her two best friends, she...

5th - 9th
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The Ojibwe (Native American Nations)

Written by Betty Marcks

The Ojibwe are among the largest Native American nations today. There are dozens of bands throughout...

3rd - 8th
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Zen and the Art of Faking It

Written by Jordan Sonnenblick
Meet San Lee, a (sort of) innocent teenager, who moves against his will to a new town. Things get interesting when he (sort of) invents a new past for himself, which makes him incredibly popular.
5th - 9th
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Counting by 7s

Written by Holly Goldberg Sloan

Willow Chance is a twelve-year-old genius, obsessed with nature and diagnosing medical conditions...

5th - 9th
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Tiny Infinities

Written by J.H. Shapiro

When Alice's dad moves out, leaving her with her troubled mother, she does the only thing that feels...

5th - 9th
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Star Crossed

Written by Barbara Dee

Twelve-year-old Mattie is thrilled when she learns the eighth grade play will be Romeo and Juliet...

4th - 8th
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The Fear Zone

Written by K. R. Alexander

If you don't stand up to your fears, they will destroy you. When five kids are invited to a cemetery...

4th - 9th
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Mexikid: A Graphic Memoir

Written by Pedro Martín

Pedro Martín has grown up hearing stories about his abuelito—his legendary crime-fighting...

5th - 9th

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