Best Middle-Grade Family Stories of 2025

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes ; illustrated by Karlene Harvey

A high-energy love letter to rambunctious girls, big families, and Métis culture. Full review >

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by Saadia Faruqi

An authentically textured account of a young teen coping with a parent’s mental illness. Full review >

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by Jung-soon Go ; translated by Aerin Park

An achingly lovely work laced with profound truths on love, death, and grief. Full review >

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by Jeff Kinney ; illustrated by Jeff Kinney

A festive frolic—even if the frosting on the birthday cake does turn out to be mayonnaise. Full review >

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by Remy Lai ; illustrated by Remy Lai

Honest, atmospheric, and full of heart. Full review >

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by Daniel Miyares

A heartfelt, suspenseful story about family and resilience. Full review >

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by Rita Williams-Garcia ; illustrated by Sharee Miller

A fresh take for a beloved story that will introduce it to a wider audience. Full review >

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