How Jackson Patterson Saved the Band by Maureen Straka is a heartfelt middle-grade story about courage, friendship, grief, and finding the confidence to speak up for something worth saving.
A Dangerous Crossing by Jane Mitchell is a powerful and thought-provoking middle grade novel following a 13-year-old Syrian boy forced to flee his home in search of safety. Read my 4.5-star review as part of The Write Reads blog tour.
Surviving Summer Camp by Paul Breau combines sibling chaos, wilderness danger, kid-friendly humor, and clever problem-solving in a fast-paced middle-grade adventure that's especially well suited to reluctant readers ages 8-12.
Can an unconventional writing style deepen an emotional story? In Soccerwild, Craig Wells explores grief, healing, and resilience through the eyes of a young boy whose unexpected friendship with a coyote pup helps him begin finding hope again. Read my full review to see why this thoughtful middle-grade novel stayed with me long after the final page.
A thoughtful children's story about curiosity, belief, and big questions, Zog's Big Question by Adam Rice invites readers to explore science, faith, and conversation with a gentle, open-ended approach.
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A fast-paced, sea-swept middle-grade adventure filled with pirates, storms, secrets, and sisterhood—here's my review of Kittiwake Stormhaven and the Pirate's Portolano.