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How to tempt those readers who have moved beyond picture books but aren't quite ready for middle grade novels? These chapter book graphic novels will do the trick. With humor and heart, these eye-catching books take on everything friendship, mystery, adventure, and even a bit of metafiction (from none other than Dav Pilkey).

Rich for thinking about the scientific process, the nature of inquiry, the people behind our public policy, and the nature of biographical writing with living subjects, Dr. Fauci: How a Boy from Brooklyn Became America’s Doctor offers teachers, librarians, families, and the children in their care much to explore.

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A dozen mystery titles for independent readers ranging from laugh-out-loud interactive fun to edge-of-your-seat thrills.

Newly proficient readers in the longer form are always delighted to be in on the jokes. Here are 15 titles to get them started.

Using primary sources with literature can help students explore a story using a unique, real-world perspective.

Saturday morning cartoons may be a thing of the past, but the genre is living on in graphic novels. These 10 novels and series bring back that Saturday morning feeling with mad scientists, talking animals, and zany superheroes. 

Over the past year across the country, educators have altered lesson plans and curricula to address racial injustice, historically and today.

Whether kids are eager to read about friendship woes, holidays, or new furry friends, they’ll find something to satisfy them in this list of realistic chapter books. Looking for more summer reading recommendations? SLJ is publishing lists all summer long—from family stories to mysteries to teen reads. 

Educators have used targeted intervention and innovative tech approaches and offered social-emotional support.