Best Middle-Grade Books of 2013 for Keeping It Real

by Caroline Adderson ; illustrated by Ben Clanton

Early chapter book or read-aloud, this effort will leave its audience with lots of smiles, too. Full review >

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by Ann E. Burg

Lilting, lyrical and full of hope. Full review >

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by Annette LeBlanc Cate ; illustrated by Annette LeBlanc Cate

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by Margarita Engle ; illustrated by Olga Ivanov ; Alexey Ivanov

Poignant and memorable. Full review >

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by Natasha Farrant

An uplifting, memorable read. Full review >

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by Paula J. Freedman

As Tara learns in this skillful exploration, an important source of her special strengths—questioning spirit, empathy and... Full review >

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by Nikki Grimes

An inspirational exploration of caring among parent, teacher and child—one of Grimes’ best. (Poetry. 8-12) Full review >

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by Karen Harrington

Readers intrigued by the premise of this moving story will sympathize with the plucky protagonist and rejoice in the way her... Full review >

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by Kevin Henkes ; illustrated by Kevin Henkes

Sweetly low-key and totally accessible. Full review >

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by Steve Jenkins ; illustrated by Steve Jenkins

With facts sure to delight readers—who will be impatient to share their discoveries—this spectacular book is a must-purchase... Full review >

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by Cynthia Kadohata

Readers who peel back the layers of obsessions and fears will find a character who is determined, compassionate and... Full review >

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by Meg Rosoff

A brilliant depiction of the complexity of human relationships in a story that’s at once contemplative and suspenseful. Full review >

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by Pamela S. Turner ; photographed by Scott Tuason

An exemplary addition to an always thought-provoking series. Full review >

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