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14 titles to keep tween mystery fans turning pages well into the summer.

Some books are just nicer when they are shared! We pulled together some favorites that allow for exploration, discussion, or just lap time.

Science and math take a starring role in these stories that explore everything from the deep sea to outer space. 

History, science, current events, and social sciences are explored in these highly engaging narrative and expository nonfiction texts for middle grade readers. 

Warning: These 18 titles may induce giggle fits or milk-out-the-nose laughing. 

From summer camp to improv troupes to rom coms, these YA reads keep things light as the days get longer.

Young yogis and meditation masters alike will find messages of calmness and strength in this selection of titles for a range of ages.

These delightful beginning readers feature simple sentences, accessible design, and text features that strengthen emerging readers' decoding and comprehension skills. 

Whether kids are eager to read about friendship woes, holidays, or new pets, 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.