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Upper Elementary/Middle

GRADES 5-7
Upper Elementary/Middle12 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
Perfect For
Middle-grade readers ready for more complex and engaging stories.
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GRADES 5 - 7
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Books in this collection are Accelerated Reader Quiz 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.


Interests
Fiction, Reluctant Readers, Transitional Readers, Realistic Fiction, Novels

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.


Interests
Fiction, Funny/Humorous, High Interest/Reluctant Reader, Realistic Fiction, Struggling Readers, Novels

GRADES 6 - 8
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Books in this collection are Accelerated Reader Quiz 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.


Interests
Fiction, Funny/Humorous, High Interest/Reluctant Reader, Realistic Fiction, Struggling Readers, Novels

GRADES 5 - 8
High Interest Middle Plus
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.


Interests
Chapter Books/Novels, Diversity, Fiction, Funny/Humorous, Graphic Novels, Reluctant Readers, Transitional Readers, Thriller/Horror/Mystery, Realistic Fiction

GRADES 5 - 8
Graphic Novels Middle Plus
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.


Interests
Diversity, ESL, Fiction, Funny/Humorous, Graphic Novels, Reluctant Readers, Transitional Readers

GRADES 5 - 8
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Books in this collection are Accelerated Reader Quiz 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.


Interests
Chapter Books/Novels, Diversity, Fiction, Funny/Humorous, Reluctant Readers

Upper Elementary/Middle Plus
14 books per year
276.08
per year

Advanced Readers
12 books per year
243.96
per year

Advanced Readers Plus
14 books per year
285.46
per year

High Interest Middle Plus
14 books per year
284.62
per year

Graphic Novels Middle Plus
14 books per year
322.28
per year

PG Middle Plus
14 books per year
285.46
per year
