With many schools closed this week due to the winter storm, it’s likely that quite a few caregivers are hearing the dreaded words of cabin-fevered kids: “I’m BOOOOORED!” Rita, the highly relatable protagonist of Bored by Felicita Sala, knows that feeling all too well! She is practically catatonically bored and can’t think of a single … Continue reading BORED (Felicita Sala)
While the reception to the last season of Stranger Things was, um… mixed, it was awesome to see a fantasy/sci-fi classic like A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L’Engle get so much attention! This book is such a formative read for young sci-fi and fantasy fans, and I especially love this graphic novel version with … Continue reading A WRINKLE IN TIME (Madeleine L’Engle, aptd. and illus. by Hope Larson)
Doubly awesome news for fans of The Rhythm of Time, the phenomenal middle grade debut by musical legend Questlove and author S.A. Cosby! First, the terrific time-travelling tale is now available in paperback! While Rahim is doing everything he can to juggle his strict father, his school bullies, and his hip-hop aspirations, his best friend … Continue reading THE RHYTHM OF TIME (Questlove with S.A. Cosby)
There are a lot of scary stories on the news right now, which can rightfully raise a lot of questions and fears in young readers. And while it may be tempting to shield kids from the frightening realities of the world, it’s not a sustainable solution. This is where books like Eden's Light, written by … Continue reading EDEN’S LIGHT (Jessica McKay, illus. by Jestenia Southerland)
Is your middle grade reader looking for more winter reads? Simon Kids has you covered with series that strike the fancies of fans in every genre. From romance to fantasy to comedy, these recent drops are great for middle graders looking to add to their TBR. Keeper of the Lost Cities: The Graphic Novel, Part … Continue reading Winter Middle Grade TBR Picks with SimonKids!
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