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Upper Elementary/Middle

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Upper Elementary/Middle

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GRADES 5-7

Upper Elementary/Middle


12 books per year     per year

INTERESTS

Chapter Books/Novels, Fiction, Reluctant Readers, Transitional Readers, Realistic Fiction

DESCRIPTION


For Grades 5-7 This 12-book collection provides the perfect literary mix for middle-grade readers, offering engaging novels and thought-provoking nonfiction. With multi-dimensional stories that captivate and challenge, these titles are sure to be in high demand! Some selections may explore identity, relationships, and real-world challenges, including LGBTQIA+ themes, moderate language, social issues, and other sensitive topics.

Recent Selections In Upper Elementary/Middle

The Long Way Around

By Anne Nesbet

October 2024

Upper Elementary/Middle

Nell of Gumbling: My Extremely Tiny Forest Adventure

Written and illustrated by Emma Steinkellner

November 2024

Upper Elementary/Middle

Lion of the Sky

By Ritu Hemnani

December 2024

Upper Elementary/Middle

Upper Elementary/Middle

Eyes on the Sky

By J. Kaspar Kramer

February 2025

Upper Elementary/Middle

Will's Race for Home

By Jewell Parker Rhodes

March 2025

Upper Elementary/Middle

Perfect For

Middle-grade readers ready for more complex and engaging stories.
Novels
Nonfiction
More complex and challenging than books in the Intermediate Category
AR-ready, right out of the box! Titles will have AR quizzes available at the time of shipment.

Upcoming Titles In Upper Elementary/Middle

Tear This Down

By Barbara Dee

April 2025

Upper Elementary/Middle

ONLY ACTIVE SUBSCRIBERS CAN SEE UPCOMING TITLES

Unboxing Libby

By Steph Cherrywell

May 2025

Upper Elementary/Middle

ONLY ACTIVE SUBSCRIBERS CAN SEE UPCOMING TITLES

Please Pay Attention

By Jamie Sumner

June 2025

Upper Elementary/Middle

ONLY ACTIVE SUBSCRIBERS CAN SEE UPCOMING TITLES

Award Winners From Upper Elementary/Middle

Upper Elementary/Middle

Pax, Journey Home

By Sara Pennypacker

December 2021

Upper Elementary/Middle

Starfish

By Lisa Fipps

June 2021

Upper Elementary/Middle

Before the Ever After

By Jacqueline Woodson

December 2020

Upper Elementary/Middle

The List of Things That Will Not Change

By Rebecca Stead

August 2020

Upper Elementary/Middle

Mañanaland

By Pam Muñoz Ryan

May 2020

Upper Elementary/Middle

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GRADES 5 - 7 | AR-READY

Books in this collection are Accelerated Reader Quiz Ready

Upper Elementary/Middle Plus
For Grades 5-7

This collection ensures a steady stream of engaging books for middle-grade readers, offering a well-balanced mix of fiction and nonfiction. Designed to challenge and inspire young readers, these selections remain accessible for those transitioning to more complex texts or who may be reluctant to read.
14 books per year
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14 books per year
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Interests
Fiction, Reluctant Readers, Transitional Readers, Realistic Fiction, Novels
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GRADES 6 - 8
Advanced Readers
For Grades 6-8

Pre-teen and teen readers will be drawn to this 12-book collection, featuring longer, more complex narratives and a compelling mix of fiction and nonfiction designed to challenge and inspire. Some titles may explore identity, relationships, and real-world challenges, including LGBTQIA+IA+ themes, moderate language, social issues, and other sensitive topics.
12 books per year
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12 books per year
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Interests
Fiction, Funny/Humorous, High Interest/Reluctant Reader, Realistic Fiction, Struggling Readers, Novels
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GRADES 6 - 8 | AR-READY

Books in this collection are Accelerated Reader Quiz Ready

Advanced Readers Plus
For Grades 6-8

This collection expands reading opportunities with 14 additional titles each year, featuring compelling narratives that challenge and inspire. With a mix of humor, realism, and deeper themes, these selections cater to high-interest, reluctant, and struggling readers alike.
14 books per year
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14 books per year
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Fiction, Funny/Humorous, High Interest/Reluctant Reader, Realistic Fiction, Struggling Readers, Novels
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For Grades 5-8

These exciting, age-appropriate fiction and nonfiction titles will appeal to even the most reluctant middle-school readers. With that kind of appeal, the 14 books in this category will rarely sit on the shelf.
14 books per year
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14 books per year
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Interests
Chapter Books/Novels, Diversity, Fiction, Funny/Humorous, Graphic Novels, Reluctant Readers, Transitional Readers, Thriller/Horror/Mystery, Realistic Fiction
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For Grades 5-8

Book-length narratives presented in comic book style, graphic novels foster both visual and verbal comprehension skills while exposing readers to interesting dialogue and satire, as well as affirming diversity. JLG's selection of these unique books, some of them only published in softcover, are ideal for attracting reluctant readers and introducing them to literature they might not encounter otherwise. You may find that the 14 books in this category will turn your reluctant readers into eager readers.
14 books per year
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14 books per year
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Interests
Diversity, ESL, Fiction, Funny/Humorous, Graphic Novels, Reluctant Readers, Transitional Readers
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GRADES 5 - 8 | AR-READY

Books in this collection are Accelerated Reader Quiz Ready

PG Middle Plus
For Grades 5-8

For middle school readers who enjoy fascinating stories but want less edgy content, PGM is the perfect choice. Be assured that the 14 books offered in this category will be inoffensive to readers, teachers and parents.
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14 books per year
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Interests
Chapter Books/Novels, Diversity, Fiction, Funny/Humorous, Reluctant Readers
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GRADES 5 - 7
Upper Elementary/Middle Plus
14 books per year
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GRADES 6 - 8
Advanced Readers
12 books per year
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GRADES 6 - 8
Advanced Readers Plus
14 books per year
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GRADES 5 - 8
High Interest Middle Plus
14 books per year
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GRADES 5 - 8
Graphic Novels Middle Plus
14 books per year
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GRADES 5 - 8
PG Middle Plus
14 books per year
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