Our #MGCarousel reading challenge this month is all about HISTORICAL FICTION. CJ and Elza are ready to read up on the 196os through the ’90s for stories about protests, progress, pop culture, and advocating peace.
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#MGCarousel – 20 Middle Grade Books About Music
Our #MGCarousel reading challenge this month is all about MUSIC. If you’re seeking stories with rhythm, CJ and Elza have gathered 20 Middle Grade books that feature band campers, bardic inspiration, strumming, swinging, and plenty a catchy tune!
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Our #MGCarousel reading challenge this month is all about SIBLINGS. If you’re looking for related reads, CJ and Elza have gathered 20 Middle Grade books that feature long-separated siblings, wicked step-sisters, brotherly love, and family feuds.
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Looking for books that fit our current Book Bingo challenge? Here are a few recommendations to help you read for a win!
Jumping on the Cover



- P.S. Be Eleven by Rita Williams-Garcia
- The Nebula Secret by Trudi Trueit
- Becoming Naomi León by Pam Muñoz Ryan
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Can you find a book with someone jumping on the cover? Share an MG read you’d add to our stack in the comments!
#MGCarousel – 20 Middle Grade Books About Travel
Our #MGCarousel reading challenge this month is all about TRAVEL. If you’re looking for more wandering reads to add to your pack, CJ and Elza have gathered 20 Middle Grade books that feature road trips, family reunions, global adventures, and epic quests.
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Looking for books that fit November’s Autumn Reading Bingo challenge? Here are a few recommendations to help you read for a win!
Historical Fiction



- One Crazy Summer by Rita Williams-Garcia
- Telegram for Mrs. Mooney by Cate M. Ruane
- The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick
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What are your favorite books set in history? Share an MG read you’d add to our stack in the comments!
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Need a little help finding books that fit this month’s bingo board? Here are a few recommendations!
A Number in the Title



- P.S. Be Eleven by Rita Williams-Garcia
- The Eleventh Trade by Alyssa Hollingsworth
- Eleven and Holding by Mary Penney
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Can you find a book featuring numbers in the title on your bookshelf?