A Tale of Dark and GrimmbyAdam GidwitzFANTASY (series)Bloody and macabre, Hansel and Gretel abandon their terrible parents in order to find better ones ones that wont try to kill them. James Patterson Alex Cross's son Ali is an accomplished mystery-solver and #1 bestseller. 12-year-old Minnis community has access to water only a few hours per day with severe water shortages. Research shows that the more books kids can get their hands on, the better the chances of reading success. On their own, they are helped by a street boy and a kind Jewish teacher. A Perfect Mistakeby Melanie ConklinMYSTERY/ADHDThis is a great read for anyone who likes mystery, adventure, and well-developed, interesting characters. Park sets the scene with care and youll see a realistic portrayal of life in the 1880s from the point of view from someone who is experiencing racism. Aven doesnt have any arms. To say it another way: She thinks the fish will help her solve all of her problems if she happens to catch one by accident while ice fishing. Woven within the narrative story are her fathers Iranian folktales about mythical creatures. Dactyl Hill Squadby Daniel Jose OlderHISTORICAL FICTION (+ FANTASY) (series)Take a thrilling ride through Civil War history with DINOSAURS! Unfortunately, their placements are horrid. He sends her a message that shes a magician and should attend a special school. Ultimately, the family agrees to voluntary departure even though its not safe in Mexico because at least theyll be together and not in prison. This is acoming-of-age, gripping story about a boy who is just trying to figure out life like most boys at age 12. A good book for science and mystery fans, but be prepared for a slow pace. Author: Sharna Jackson. Fantastic, fast-paced, and thought-provoking. Lockwood & Co The Screaming Staircaseby Jonathan StroudGHOST ADVENTURE (series)Set in Victorian London, we learn thatdangerous ghosts and spirits are everywhere, but only kids can see them. No longer able to be spoiled and lazy, Podkin tries his best to be brave and pull his weight, often failing miserably but occasionally succeeding, too. Eventually, she gets a chance to write a message and makes it back home with help. 11 Year Old Girls Books - Goodreads Nicki leaves the group home to live with a family in the witness protection program. Doug is a boy who is struggling to read with no support from his home life. Throughout their travels, the two develop a complicated friendship and Drest learns uncomfortable truths about her family. Song for a Whaleby Lynne KellyREALISTIC / DEAFIris is a lonely Deaf girl who feels alone at her school and in her immediate family. Walk Two Moonsby Sharon CreechREALISTIC / NEWBERY AWARDThis is an award winning classic of loss, death, love, and grief. But, his academic hopes are dashed when hes told that scholarship students must work and get A+ grades without any sports or clubs. When a policeman gets suspicious of Bens living situation and his new friend, Lottis abusive guardians try to kill her rescue dog, the two friends set off on the boat for France to find Bens missing older brother. The Feather Chase is the first book in the Crime-Solving Cousins Mysteries. Ancestor Approved: Intertribal Stories for Kidsedited by Cynthia Leitch SmithSHORT STORIESThese exceptionally written, interconnected stories are about kids and their experiences with the powwow, cultural aspects of the Native communities, growing up, and belonging. One of the best books for 6th graders. After her mother loses a calf, Vega leaves her pod to bury her little sister, her brother chasing after her. by Cat Patrick Frankie is neurodivergent and has a tough time making friends. All because she has cerebral palsy. . Charlie is having a hard time dealing with her sister going to college, her parents not paying attention to her, and trying to figure out what is going on in her life, among other things. Set in a futuristic Ethiopian empire, this exciting adventure grabs your interest and keeps it through wild twists and turns thatfeature heroic main characters! Which is why reading coming-of-age books becomes very relevant at this age. Just as Nora tells her father she hates him, a flash flood careens through the canyon, carrying her father and their supplies away. Swim Teamby Johnnie ChristmasREALISTIC / GRAPHIC NOVELBree and her dad move to Florida, where she has to take Swim 101 at school. This is a breathtaking journey of loss, acceptance, hope, and friendship retelling of The Snow Queen. In my state, 6th grade is sometimes located in elementary school and sometimes in middle school. Unsettledby Reem FaruqiREALISTIC/IMMIGRATION/VERSENurahs family moves from Pakistan to Georgia, U.S., and she feels distinctly unsettled at her new outsider status which includes everything from her accent to her clothing to her brown skin. The books memorable characters and interesting plot make the historical setting very memorable. And it works. This eventually leads to reading and hope. 100 Best Books 9-11 | BookTrust But is that really what the school does? Karina Yan Glaser (Goodreads Author) (shelved 1 time as 11-year-old-girls) avg rating 4.42 5,713 ratings published 2018. The boys come up with a plan to enroll Ahmed in Maxs school. As she does, we see how complicated it is to be in her brain. Grisha slowly begins to remember that an evil wizard has imprisoned other dragons. She wants Amma to understand how she feels but when Amma gets cancer, Reba focuses on being virtuous enough so her mom will get better. To Catch a Cheatby Varian JohnsonMYSTERY (series)Someone is trying to frame Jackson for a prank he didnt even commit and theyre doing a great job of it! Ages 6-13 Mystery books are one way for young readers to learn about puzzles and how to solve them. Val gets her two siblings to help her on one last mission to save the magical creature egg that a boy is live streaming so that no one gets hurt or learns about magical creatures. #1 in Series Paperback $10.99 Buy 1, Get 1 50% Off QUICK ADD The Hawthorne Legacy by Jennifer Lynn Barnes #2 in Series Paperback $10.99 QUICK ADD As Good as Dead (A Good Girl's by Holly Jackson #3 in Series Paperback $11.69 $12.99 Taking Up Spaceby Alyson GerberREALISTIC / BODY DYSMORPHIA & EATING DISORDERSSarahs moms dysfunctional relationship with food is affecting Sarah who now thinks that her slowness in basketball is related to eating too much or too many unhealthy foods, instead of being from the normal growing pains of puberty. I dont want to spoil anything, but I predict youlllove every second of this action-packed story! She makes one friend, and that helps her feel more comfortable. Gladys not only appreciates good food, but she also loves to cook and wants to be a food critic. In her self-loathing, she believes that if only she were lighter-skinned, shed be pretty and have all the things that go along with being pretty. Find the top 100 most popular Amazon books. Nobody does. Shes a special baby named Luna who accidentally becomes infused with moon magic. As it does, all three regain something lost hope and love. When their fates collide, the excitement at each others existence is short-lived because the Atlantian Eraser guards capture Lewiss dadand then Lewis and Hanna. She must leave the human world for the Elvin world where shell face danger from both worlds. (Actually, I love all Farmers books.) The Night Diaryby Veera HiranandaniHISTORICAL FICTIONWritten in a diary as letters to her Mama,Nisha shares how her life is turned upside down when the British rule of India ends in 1947, splitting the country into two the Muslim north where she lives becomes Pakistan and the Hindu south remains India. To survive, Nan works for a cruel chimney sweep who uses children to make himself richer. Thirstby Varsha BajajREALISTICSet inMumbi, this is a deftly narrated, hope-filled story of the inequities around water with themes of advocacy, education, and community. She likes her newest foster family and takes her role seriously. Making matters worse, its her dads new boss who kidnaps her dad and wants her little brother, too. Plus, she is having school and friendship troubles. The only thing that feels right is soccer. Ultimately,Pippa decides not to be ashamed of her working-class family, her culture, or her friends. El Deafoby Cece Bell and David LaskyREALISTIC / GRAPHIC NOVELIn this multiple award-winning graphic novel, Cece Bell shares the story of growing up with a hearing impairment, using avery bulky hearing aid, and finding her place in the world. Abandoned by their mom, Tell and Wren live with their dad on the mountain but their dad gets blinded in an accident. Dog Drivenby Terry Lynn JohnsonREALISTICA story about finding your strength even if it looks like a weaknessMcKenna enters a long dog sled race in order to bring awareness to her sisters degenerative eye disease. Your kids will enjoy reading a new adventure inNorse and Old English mythology. This new chapter book is even more powerful. Its athoughtful plot with captivating characters. Its filled with great characters and an interesting twisty plot. (Sensitive readers: there are a few swear words and two scenes with a lot of blood.). Tornado Brainby Cat PatrickMYSTERY / NEURODIVERSITYWhen 7th grade Frankies former best friend, Colette, vanishes, Frankie begins to look for clues on her own. Reading age: 9+. This is a story about trust, hope, belonging, friendship, and truth. This story is the perfect balance of action, dialogue, & description interspersed with Spanish words and phrases. An American ship's captain rescues Manjiro and takes him in as his own son. Lewis. She resents her older brother, the Prince of Baseball, for the attention he gets for his talent and that he doesnt help her around the house. She says things like . The next time your 11-year-old wants to read something, this should give you a lot of good ideas. You can imagine how his plan will go, right? When his puppet of Yoda comes to life, just like Yoda, the origami Yoda is wise and helpful during the many trials of Dwights middle school experience. You wont be able to put down this winsome story with a heroine 6th grade readers will love in a story that illuminates social justice with themes of family, friendship, and love. There is no longer a Spider Man named Miles. Once There Wasby Kiyash MonsefFANTASYThis brilliant book mesmerized me from the first page with layered storytelling, plot twists, and surprises. Its a little-known history that after WWII, Russians kidnapped Ukrainian refugees for slave labor or death. Add to that, he's afraid he will end up like his uncle, who was a thief. That book is a powerful, heart-wrenching story of loss, acceptance, and coming of age. 12-year-old Xavier hates speaking because of his stutter, hed much prefer to play video games and hang out in his room at home. This is a great adventure filled with twists and turns. Another racer, a boy with a blind dog, shows her that his blind dog Zesty is a powerful leader. Okay for Nowby Gary D. SchmidtREALISTICOne of the BEST books ever, its so well-crafted with deep emotional resonance. Its a sobering, powerful story based on historical events. So Nat rallies the cast to find a solution. The author deftly sets the scene of rural Pakistan. Below youll find the BEST of the bestmiddle gradebooks for sixth graders that are spot-on for maturity, reading level, theme, topic, and appeal. Max, a yellow Lab, knows that he must find and save his human family. Winterhouseby Ben Guterson, illustrated by Chloe BristolMYSTERYElizabeth, an orphan, is unexpectedly sent to a large, stately hotel with a kind, grandfatherly proprietor for Christmas vacation. Or, use your Libby app to check out eBooks online or download Amazon Kindle ebooks. Interesting and exciting. A well-written, heart-warming story! by Barbara O'Connor. Its only the library and the kind librarian who help them survive the bullying and hunger. What will they do? Riley and her unpleasant cousin, Alfie, wake up on an island with overly friendly, rule-centered people including half-animal people. Finally, where does your 6th grader read? Land of the Cranesby Aida SalazarREALISTIC / DEPORTATION /IMMIGRATIONWritten in verse, this timely story of immigration and deportation follows 9-year-old Betita who lives in the United States but ends up in detention. Enslaved, escaped, or enlisted, these two are determined survivors. Its about the governor Wallace. Five Kingdoms: Sky Raiders by Brandon MullFANTASY / ADVENTURE (series)Cole, a regular kid, is trick-or-treating with his friends when they all get kidnapped. Ultimately, youll be left with a sense of amazement at the resiliency of the human spirit. When their family becomes homeless after her dad dies, June helps her little sister and non-speaking mom get settled at Huey House. Donte is unfairly accused of something and when he tries to defend himself, the police are called, and hes suspended from school. Explore enchanted lands such as Narnia, Neverland and Nevermoor; face deadly foes like Count Olaf, Aunt Alberta and the Grand High Witch; make friends with Harry Potter, Tracy Beaker and Tom Gates. I cant recommend this book enough, it will touch your heart at such a deep level. Origami Yodaby Tom AnglebergerHUMOR / MAGICAL REALISM (series)A funny but poignant story of middle-school angst and discovery! Unfortunately, Zed and Brock are picked as Adventurers. OnlyAlice has no color in her skin or hair. Readers will feel transported, feel the injustice, and cheer for Amals bravery. When the cruel Gorm who are metal dark magic rabbits arrive at his familys burrow to kill everyone inside, Podkin escapes with his much braver sister and little brother. But it cant last forever. Riley, her dad, her cousin, and her aunt are sailing in the Bermuda Triangle when theyre attacked by a leviathan. Hither and Nighby Ellen PotterFANTASYGuaranteed to enthrall with masterful storytelling and wildly inventive world-building,Hither and Nighdraws you into a magical, multi-layered story of adventure and heart. His Great Uncle Frankie Bell sends him crazy socks and when Xavier wears them, people notice, and it gives him swag. Last update on 2023-07-01 / Affiliate links / Images, Product Titles, and Product Highlights from Amazon Product Advertising API. My favorite book of 2016 is The Seventh Wish, which is a magical coming-of-age story with friendship and family problems as well as dreams. Once hes a dragon again, he meets a lonely girl whose first and only friend is him. Sky leaves the underground city to find her missing dad. In a lovely turn of events, the community, including her friend Soojin, support the mosque with a place to gather and rebuilding efforts. Inspiring. But, he wants to join Septer League just like his (incarcerated) father, great uncle, and grandfather. Ellies nickname is Splash because of her size but she loves swimming. Unfortunately, the librarian is deemed unsuitable to be their foster mother since her missing husband is German. She feels like nowhere is home, shes always visiting. Girl conquers middle school worries in fun graphic novel. 12-year-old Nick struggles with his parents separation, a school bully, and the awkwardness of a first crush. While the station is evacuated, the friends must stop the duct weasels and the engine from overheating. Sweepby Jonathan AuxierHISTORICAL FICTIONSet in Victorian London, this is a beautiful, bittersweet story about a young girl and her protectorgolem. that is, until middle school. Greetings From Witness Protectionby Jake BurtADVENTUREA winsome story of adventure and finding where you belong. Interesting, action-packed, and filled with cool tech! Im so happy to hear youre finding good books on this list! Theyll compete against better, stronger teams who dont always play fair. Mia helps out by working at the front desk. Leo and Elsa are Jewish so their path includes ghetto housing, escape, and prison camp. Understandably, Red is mistrustful and prickly at first with everyone but the Grooves gigantic tortoise. By: Booki Vivat (2016) See full review. . Marjan isnt sure if she can trust her instincts about right and wrongand she feels like shes missing part of herself. Because its always helpful to match a childs interests with the books that they read, Ive included topics of note next to the genre tag (mental health, zombies, coming of age), and Ive bolded the sentence that summarizes the book. For easier books, try books for 5th graders or books for 4th graders. His Great Uncle Frankie Bell sends him crazy socks and when Xavier wears them, people notice, and it gives him swag. Theres something for everyone on this book list. flag. But its when he grows HORNS, the WINGS, and meets the MYTHS in real life like calacas, mukis, and El Justo Juez that hes really freaked out. Kindle Edition. This story pulls you in from the first page. Books 11 year old girls would like (194 books) - Goodreads Plus, she is having school and friendship troubles. 4.7 out of 5 stars 16,336. Among other diagnoses, Sara is bipolar. However, there's some content that probably isn't right for every girl. 23. . Together they collect evidence and make deductions and a play. It will start the conversation about who defines beauty and how we can do better individually and as a society. Well-written and interesting, this is an excellentmystery and coming-of-age story. Despite many unfair things, Hana stays resilient and determined to graduate from school and help her father in his shop. What is going on in this strictly controlled community? Children's & Teenage mystery & crime books | Waterstones https://www.wattpad.com/user/AtaTheParzival, I need a reading list for my boy who is 11 plus and now will be promoted to grade 7, Try the list for 12 year olds here: https://imaginationsoup.net/best-books-12-year-olds/. She escapes with her brother and best friend to ask the Spider Woman for help, learning that she and her brothers are the descendants of the Hero Twins. The Best Mystery Series for Kids - Scholastic Out of My Mind. Shes mad about her dad dying, her moms legs being amputated, and her new school. It's been three months since the family had to leave their home and live in their van. Her nefarious Uncle and his Monster Hunters have lured one of her siblings to his hunter side, and they are chasing Val and her other siblings to get the egg first. I highly recommend thispowerful story of two maltreated girls who hope for a better future. You will fall in love with Charlieshes a creative thinker and a survivor who, despite all her knowledge still can act like a child yet also outwit bad guys in amazing ways. A girl who works at the Corporation helps Shinji escape and they turn to the rag-tag Society for Explorers and Adventurers for help. Barely outside a day, she and her friend Shawn meet a human boy who lives in treetop enclaves. And if they do escape, what will they next? Andher father hasbeen missing for years making her even sadder. OnlyAlice has no color in her skin or hair. Books 11 year old girls would like. Just for fun. Its not going welltheyve picked up a girl and her little brother, not to mention Stewart is fighting nonstop with John. She enlists the help of her Grandma and her best friend, Trevor. When her track coach makes Patty work with her teammates in a relay, shes forced to rely on them. When another sweep tries to burn Nan alive, a charcoal golem, formerly a piece of charcoal left to her by Sweep, emerges to save her. Donte starts fencing to get revenge but as he trains, he finds that hes smart, good at fencing, and courageous. On her 12th birthday, Zoe discovers a letter from her incarcerated biological father named Marcus. Reds in thefoster caresystem with kind-hearted people who run a petting zoo. McKenna enters a long dog sled race in order to bring awareness to her sisters degenerative eye disease. The Miscalculations of Lightning Girlis a thoughtfulcoming-of-age story about a girl genius with OCDwhose grandma wants her to go to public middle school to make one friend, read one non-math book, and join one school activity. And before they can finish training, Zed, Brock, and others are sent outside the city on a fact-finding mission that uncovers treachery, fiendish beasts, and Zeds untapped magic. Front Deskby Kelly YangREALISTICMia and her parents have struggled ever since moving to America from China. They travel from the Dakotas (home of the Lakota) to Wyoming and other places significant to Crazy Horses life. NOTE: some bad language. Barefoot Dreams of Petra Lunaby Alda P. DobbsHISTORICAL FICTIONBased on the true history of the authors great-grandmother, this is a beautiful and important story of hope, resiliency, and family set in historical Mexico, 1913. 11 offers from $14.95 #33. But after a video of her pitching goes viral and a good talk with her brother, her brother helps Gemma achieve her baseball dreams, too. The words stay for about two weeks, and the negative words make you want to scratch your skin. When a mix-up in a writing contest has the editors of a paper thinking shes an adult, can she actually write a published review without letting anyone know shes 10 years old? Its about the grays of war, the impossible choices you must make to survive, and how love wins. Their dad has disappeared and their mum believes this will be the best thing for all of them. My son is also into action-packed books. Both he and his friend are conflicted, especially when the teachers lose their jobs and are prosecuted. The silly Mr. Lemoncello devises a fun way to get OUT of the library you can only get out if you solve the puzzles around the entire library. And, to save you time so you dont have to read all the books. 12-year-old Minnis community has access to water only a few hours per day with severe water shortages. With the help of a wise old man, two friends, and her sister, they work together to help the sick students and stop the corporations nefarious plans. Moving, important, and beautiful. The Marvellers by Dhonielle Clayton and Khadijah KhatibFANTASYIf you likefantasy books, youll love this story about a girl named Ella whose conjuror magic is finally allowed at the prestigious Arcanum Training Institute. Clear rating. Can they work together to find the vampire that changed Aaronand kill it? Meanwhile, her brother who excels at swimming suddenly quits after bullies violently attack him. 1-48 of over 7,000 results for "books for 11 year old girls" Results. From the Desk of Zoe Washingtonby Janae MarksREALISTIC(series)On her 12th birthday, Zoe discovers a letter from her incarcerated biological father named Marcus. The misfits use their individual skills, including climbing, mapping, acrobatics, and knife throwing, to plan a heist in less than a week. Age 10-13 years - Free Kids Books Then Aminasmosque is attacked, dimming her worries about middle school. The book for 6th graders concludes with a bit of romance (a kiss), friendship troubles getting resolved, and a surprising new role for Nat. Excellent!!! series by Roderick Gordon and Brian Williams. Top 20 Mystery Books For 11 Year Olds Updated 07 /2023, Harley James & the Mystery of the Mayan Kings: A Mystery Adventure Book for Kids 8-12 (Harley James Adventures), A Long Walk to Water: Based on a True Story, The Secret Lake: A children's mystery adventure (Secret Lake Mystery Adventures), The Girl Who Looked Beyond The Stars (Sheena Meyer), Girl's Best Friend (A Maggie Brooklyn Mystery), Shadow Jumper: A mystery adventure book for children and teens aged 10-14 (A Shadow Jumper Mystery Adventure), Rebekah - Girl Detective Books 1-8: Fun Short Story Mysteries for Children Ages 9-12 (The Mysterious Garden, Alien Invasion, Magellan Goes Missing, Ghost Hunting,Grown-Ups Out To Get Us?! But the rules are wildly different and the inhabitants eat people fortheir magic. Hana meets a mysterious hacker who makes her see that getting meshed might not be good. During this period of her life, we see the importance of church, counting her blessings, the activist housewives group she belonged to, and how family is what you make it. . I don't know him. Whatever looks interesting to your reader should be the book they read. She's a mother, teacher, author, and freelance writer. It's another great story about poverty, and it's even better than The One and Only Ivan. Iris uses her compassionate heart, intelligence, and tinkering skills to write and record a whale song that Blue 55 will hear so hell know that hes not alone. The First Rule of Punkby Celia C. PerezREALISTIC / COMING OF AGEAn excellent, page-turning coming-of-age story, this is about a girl who is half-Mexican on her moms side and half-punk rock on her dads side, both of which are cultures prominently featured in the story and her life. ~ Melissa, My ten-year-old son really loves the books of Lucy Hawking. Val gets her two siblings to help her on one last mission to save the magical creature egg that a boy is live streaming so that no one gets hurt or learns about magical creatures. This middle grade book captures Isabellas feelings as she searches for who she is in her own story. The Iron Trial(Magisterium) by Holly Black and Cassandra ClareFANTASYEven though Callum tries to fail the entrance trials, he is admitted to the school his dad says is evil. This book will stay with you long after the last page. She just skillfully shares the evocative story of 10-year-old Manami of Washington State, who is sent with her family to a dusty camp, leaving behind her beloved dog, Yujiin, and everything else they owned. The Ruins of Gorlan: Rangers Apprenticeby John A. FlanaganFANTASY (series)Will is apprenticed to become a Ranger, a job hes unsure about. He wrote the book Bridge to Terabithia. Detention is traumaticshe draws and writes poetry to send to her Papi which she gives to a lawyer to pass along and tell her story. The story intrigued me from the get-go but after about the middle, the action was so fast-paced and suspenseful, this is a great book series for middle school readers. It may go without saying but 6th graders want engaging writing, compelling storylines, interesting characters, books in a series, graphic novels, true stories, fascinating nonfiction, and timeless classics. To save the world from a racist threat, he must use all of his skills. This is fictional but is inspired by the true story ofAmerican folk artist James Hamptonwhose work is in the Smithsonian. Buy The Feather Chase and begin solving the mystery today! Or were they? Reading this account made me want to know more about the rest of her life! After Hanas mother dies, her father moves the two of them to a small midwestern town. This book is about friendship and growing up in a very sweet way. As the class races to escape on a ship, their chaperone reveals that Jules Vernes novels based on Captain Nemo are mostly true and Anas the only surviving relative of Captain Nemo. By Melissa Taylor Posted on February 13, 2023 Updated on May 22, 2023 Share Pin Tweet With so many good books for 6th graders, which are the best choices for your 11 and 12-year-olds in 6th grade? Nora and her dads climb into a Sonoran Desert canyon for the first time in the year since Noras mom died. Then, Anjalis mom is thrown in jail! Which he needs. Bookedby Kwame AlexanderREALISTICAlexander skillfully writes about the teenage human condition he just gets it! Her nefarious Uncle and his Monster Hunters have lured one of her siblings to his hunter side, and they are chasing Val and her other siblings to get the egg first. We hear from an American teenage soldier who was born in Germany, a French Algerian girl whose mom is a recently captured spy, a Canadian paratrooper who lands in the wrong spot, and an American black medic. This middle grade book captures Isabellas feelings as she searches for who she is in her own story. list created October 29th, 2012 Part of her reluctance is because she herself cant read or write but she slowly learns and develops a passion for stories. Or is mom actually a zombie? When he gets on top of a north-bound freight train, he starts a long, terrible, and beautiful journey.
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