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Book Lists · March 8, 2021

21 Best Middle Grade Books Set in Europe

The best middle grade books set in Europe immerse you in European culture. Today’s picks are all set in Europe! I’ve included books set in a variety of European cities from London to Barcelona, to Paris, to Brussels — and even Florence, Italy! Whether they’re on vacation, moving to a new country, on a spy adventure, or time travel mission, these kids bring the excitement to Europe.

Book Reviews, Chapter Books · March 5, 2021

Review | J.D. and the Great Barber Battle

Summary: J.D. and the Great Barber Battle In J.D. and the Great Barber Battle, eight-year-old J.D. has to devise a means to correct a haircut gone wrong. His mom obviously doesn’t care much about lining his cut evenly, and J.D….

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Book Reviews, Chapter Books · March 4, 2021

Review | Too Small Tola

Too Small Tola is a new chapter book from Atinuke featuring three stories about a girl living with her grandmother and siblings in Lagos, Nigeria. Everyone teases Tola — sometimes lovingly — for being so small. They think she can’t lift heavy loads or do other things because of her size. But Tola’s grandmother reassures her that you can be small, but mighty, and Tola proves that she is!

Book Lists · March 3, 2021

20 Best Middle Grade Books About Libraries

Who doesn’t love middle grade books about libraries? I didn’t grow up with too many great libraries open to me, but just reading about a place housing books gives me a warm fuzzy feeling. In these tween books set in libraries, the library plays a major role for the protagonist. It’s either a safe haven, a place where a lot of the story takes place, or the story itself. If you love books and libraries, this list is for you.

Book Reviews, Middle-Grade · March 2, 2021

Review | Peter Lee’s Notes From the Field

Summary: Peter Lee’s Notes From the Field Peter Lee’s Notes from the Field is Angela Ahn’s second middle grade novel. Her debut, Krista Kim-Bap is one of my favorites, and this did not disappoint either. Peter, or Petey, as he’s…

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Author Interviews · March 2, 2021

Author Gillian McDunn on Writing About Relationships

I’m a huge fan of Gillian McDunn’s work. I’m proud to say I’ve now read all three of her books (and enjoyed them all). Gillian’s writing is always insightful, especially when she’s writing about relationships, whether that’s between friends, family…

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