Best Middle-Grade Historical Fiction of 2022

by Kwame Alexander

A riveting, not-to-be-missed trilogy opener that will leave readers invested in what is to come. Full review >

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by Waka T. Brown

An eye-opening, inspiring story of growing up, facing obstacles, and chasing your dreams anyway. Full review >

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by Sonia Manzano

A well-researched, thoughtful, and moving look at post-revolutionary Cuba. Full review >

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by Mónica Montañés ; translated by Lawrence Schimel ; illustrated by Eva Sánchez Gómez

The well-crafted narrative, nuanced art, and appended historical context combine for a salient, important work. Full review >

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by Michael Morpurgo ; illustrated by Benji Davies

A memorable story of the healing powers of art, nature, and human kindness. Full review >

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by Shelia P. Moses

A stirring, cleareyed look at the young people who risked much for social change as they fought for their civil rights. Full review >

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by Katrina Nannestad ; illustrated by Martina Heiduczek

A lesser-known story beautifully and sensitively told. Full review >

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by Ali Standish

Multilayered, moving, and tremendously powerful. Full review >

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