When Stacy McAnulty’s son asked for a “real life” dinosaur for his 5th birthday, his mom got creative and wrote him “Dino Files: A Mysterious Egg.” It’s the first book in a new middle-grade series.
Browsing: Middle Grade
In many ways, “The Night Parade” feels like a Hayao Miyazaki film. There’s a lyrical feel to author Kathryn Tanquary’s prose, which lends itself well to the magical world she creates.
At first glance, “Paper Wishes” is an unassuming book, but it is oh so much more. Lois Sepahban’s look at the internment of Japanese-Americans during WWII is by far one of the best books I’ve read in a long time.
If you’ve been following my blog, then you know I’m a fan of Jennifer A. Nielsen. Her books are interesting, complex, full of action and packed with heart. “Rise of the Wolf” is no different.
ICYMI looks at books that have already been released that deserve a second look. This edition features “Diva and Flea,” “Tale of Rescue” and “Fearsome Creatures of the Lumberwoods.”
Each year, Cracking the Cover compiles a list of books worth giving. The following are middle-grade books published in 2015.
Claudia Mills hopes “The Trouble With Ants” will resonate with young readers — “I hope they get inspired to follow their own passion for whatever odd or unusual subject attracts them.”
J. Scott Savage says “Fires of Invention” from the meeting of two separate ideas — kids building a mechanical dragon and a place where creativity is illegal.
“Westly: A Spider’s Tale” is a sweet little book. Author Bryan Beus writes with a clear voice that is warm and inviting.
Nine years ago, an unassuming little book named “Fablehaven” was published. “The Caretaker’s Guide to Fablehaven” is a companion to the series.