I SPY … an ampersand!

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Can you find a Middle Grade book that features an ampersand in the title? Add to our collection in the comments.

Magnetic Properties

"Back when Pookie read to me, we were like magnets, stuck together. Now, she's turned herself around and we're polar opposites, repelling each other." —THE INCREDIBLE MAGIC OF BEING by Kathryn Erskine

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Boys vs. Girls

"Dave turned and caught Lynsey's eye, and they half nodded at each other. For one tiny fraction of a second, it wasn't boys against girls, and it wasn't a battle. It was two smart kids enjoying an idea." —NO TALKING by Andrew Clements

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Can’t Compare

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Colloquialism

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I SPY … twins!

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Can you find a Middle Grade book that features twins on the cover? Add to our collection in the comments.

#amreading in tandem

Looking for books that fit our monthly reading challenge this August? Try one of the favorites from our home shelf!

Book spotlight for Middle Grade Carousel August 2023: Double Trouble features the book TWINS by Varian Johnson & Shannon Wright.

Maureen and Francine are more than twins—they’re best friends. But as sixth grade approaches, Francine becomes club-hopping, fashion-conscious Fran and Maureen isn’t sure where she fits into her sister’s schedule.

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A Grimjinx Speciality

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#MGCarousel – August 2023

Our month-long Middle Grade reading challenge is designed so you can choose your own books and set a comfortable pace. All you need to play along are books which match the month’s featured theme.

Our challenge this August is…

Double Trouble

Middle Grade books featuring duos

Join us in reading Middle Grade books about pairings during the month of August! We recommend looking for stories about dynamic duos, keeping an eye out for classic combinations, and studying opposites for their complimentary traits and contrasting contributions.