Best Middle-Grade Nonfiction of 2023

by John Bradshaw ; illustrated by Clare Elsom

A winning combination of enlightening facts and practical advice for young pet owners. Full review >

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by John Bradshaw ; illustrated by Clare Elsom

Perceptive and engaging—essential reading for anyone seeking greater understanding of their four-legged best friends. Full review >

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by Daniel James Brown ; adapted by Liz Hudson

An unforgettable account of an appalling chapter in American history. Full review >

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by Fiona Cook ; illustrated by Jessica Roux

A graceful invitation that children will happily accept. Full review >

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by Nicholas Day ; illustrated by Brett Helquist

A multistranded yarn skillfully laid out in broad, light brush strokes with some cogent themes mixed in. Full review >

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by Chris Harris ; illustrated by Andrea Tsurumi

Sidesplitting fun throughout for one or a crowd. Full review >

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by Grace Lin ; illustrated by Grace Lin

An utterly delectable feast of history and storytelling. Full review >

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by Leonard S. Marcus

A fresh angle offering yet another reason to regard Lincoln as our presidential G.O.A.T. Full review >

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by Jerry Pinkney ; illustrated by Jerry Pinkney

A moving work from a legend of children’s literature and a testament to his legacy of visual storytelling. Full review >

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by Allison K. Rodgers ; illustrated by Annika Le Large

A refreshingly affirming exploration of an often taboo topic. Full review >

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by Katherine Roy ; illustrated by Katherine Roy

A perennially hot topic explored with a deft mix of specific details and light touches. Full review >

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by Anita Sanchez

Perceptive, well written and reasoned, and (unfortunately) at least as topical as ever. Full review >

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by David Allen Sibley ; illustrated by David Allen Sibley

Splendid. Full review >

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