It goes without saying that you should continue to read picture books to your preschoolers and kindergarteners, but if your children are ready, adding in just the right chapter book can add a new dimension to your read aloud time. The qualities of the best chapter books to read aloud to 4-6 year olds are…
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Middle Grade Books
Middle grade books are for children ages 8-13 (or thereabouts). They come in a variety of different reading levels.
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Middle Grade Biographies and Memoirs in Verse
One of the most readable genres for middle school students is stories written in verse. Short poems and lots of white space on the page appeal to reluctant readers, while layers of meaning that the poetic form offers encourages deep reflection. Middle grade biographies and memoirs in verse serve up an additional benefit–they give insight…
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If You Like Mulan, Read These Books!
If your children like the Disney movie, Mulan, look no further than these children’s books featuring girl warriors, girls in disguise and epic adventures. These books like Mulan will entertain your young readers with epic stories of heroism! The original “Ballad of Mulan,” an ancient Chinese legend tells the story of Hua Mulan, a girl…
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Books to Read Aloud to 12-Year-Olds
If you are reading aloud to your 12-year-old, great work! If not, you can still start! And they will love the extra time spent with mom or dad (or granny, gramps, etc……). The wonderful thing about these books to read aloud to 12 year olds is that they offer up so many juicy talking points!…
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Middle Grade Books that Address Addiction and Alcoholism
Some parents and educators may assert that addiction and alcoholism are inappropriate topics for children’s books. I strongly disagree. Books are an excellent way for kids to encounter tough subjects like addiction, mental illness and divorce. This list of middle grade books about addiction and its effect on the the lives of individuals and communities…
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Children’s Books about Divorce and Separation
Nobody looks forward to talking about divorce with their children, but it is a fact of life. These children’s books about divorce and separation are useful conversation starters, and not just for kids who have divorced parents, but to teach empathy and understanding to all children. Reading books about divorce can help kids find the…
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Growing Up: Middle Grade Fiction about Puberty
Adolescence is not the easiest stage of life, but these middle grade novels about puberty and the accompanying roller coaster of emotions will make things–if not easier–at least more entertaining. This book list is full of fiction books about puberty and the changes that come with adolescence, both emotional and physical. Adolescents of all gender…
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Children’s Books for 9-13 Year Olds that Address Mental Illness
Mental illness, although slowly becoming a more acceptable topic, is still stigmatized. In the United States almost 1 in 5 people live with some form of mental illness (source) so you can imagine how many children either struggle themselves, or have a parent suffering from mental illness. That’s why this list of middle grade novels…
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Robin Hood Books and Retellings
Do your kids love historic tales of heroes and daring outlaws fighting against tyranny? This list of Robin Hood books will fuel their passion for stories of heroism and the rise of the common man in the face of injustice. Just like my list of King Arthur books, this collection of stories features traditional recitations…
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Good Books to Read Aloud to 11-Year-Olds
As I’ve said before, you shouldn’t stop reading aloud to your kids just because they are getting older. As they move into middle school and social pressures increase, time spent with a trusted adult while listening to a great book becomes even more important. It’s my hope that this list of good books to read…
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