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Best Middle Grade Books 2019 | SLJ Best Books
Thirteen luminous novels made SLJ's list of the best middle grade books published in 2019.
PREMIUM
There’s a Dragon in my Backpack!
Full of silly situations and characters, this is a great fit for readers moving on from similarly zany chapter book series such as Dav Pilkey’s “Ricky Ricotta’s Mighty Robot” and Tom Angleberger’s “Inspector Flytrap,” or for fans of fellow offbeat UK imports Roald Dahl and David Walliams.
PREMIUM
More to the Story
This thoughtful update of Alcott’s classic text features an American Muslim family and deftly balances issues such as microaggressions and cancer treatment with typical middle grade tropes such as sibling rivalry, a first crush, and an early adolescent search for identity
PREMIUM
Rachel’s Roses
A gentle and accessible slice of historical fiction to give to readers moving on from chapter books, or to offer as a gentle read-aloud for younger children.
PREMIUM
Awesome Dog 5000
Full of irreverent humor, this is made for reluctant readers and fans of the zany humor of Andy Griffiths and Dav Pilkey
PREMIUM
George and the Ship of Time
This kid-friendly dystopian satire’s gentle action, humor, and provocative questions about the future will engage readers familiar with and new to the series
PREMIUM
Finding Orion
Humor, plot twists, and quirky characters abound in this earnest middle grade tale of self-discovery.
Nikki on the Line
This accessible coming-of-age story comes alive in its descriptions of basketball and the game's resulting life lessons. Recommended for most collections.
Breakout
An accessible format and a unique focus on contemporary issues of criminal justice and racial bias make this an essential purchase.
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