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Category Archives: Middle Grade Book Reviews
THE GHOST JOB
Life will never be the same for Zenith, Nicholas, Eddie, and Vanessa. They were all killed while doing a classroom science experiment. As ghosts, they are trying to figure out a way to reverse their current state and return to … Continue reading
DEAR REBEL,
Here’s another fantastic addition to the Rebel Girls line-up of inspiring stories. In Dear Rebel, readers take in the advice of 145 women who motivate girls age 8 and up with letters, poems, and essays. Each provide that often much … Continue reading
MMGM for October 9, 2023
Fall into some some great MG reviews and features. Click on to reach a blogger’s post. At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I have a review of Coyote Queen by Jessica Vitalis. Natalie Aguirre at Literary Rambles has an interview with … Continue reading
COYOTE QUEEN
Pictured on the cover is twelve-year-old Felicity Ulysses Dahlers, better known as Fud. She lives with her mom in a trailer somewhere in Wyoming. Unfortunately, Larry, Mom’s abusive, alcoholic boyfriend also lives there. The ex-boxer has an uncontrollable temper. Fud … Continue reading
WHITE HOUSE CLUBHOUSE
Marissa and Clara’s mom is the newly elected president of the United States, and they haven’t experienced much freedom lately. While exploring the White House they discover a hidden tunnel that leads to an underground clubhouse full of antique curiosities, … Continue reading
MMGM for October 2, 2023
A new month of MMGM’S. Click on OCTOBER to reach a blogger’s post. At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I have a review of RACE FOR THE RUBY TURTLE by Stephen Bramucci. Brenda at Log Cabin Library reviews Coyote Queen by … Continue reading
RACE FOR THE RUBY TURTLE
Jake Rizzi has a new label adding to the challenges of growing up: ADHD. His parents and caring educators at school are helping him cope, but it still bothers him he is seen as different. The story begins in the … Continue reading
TROUBLEMAKERS and SUPERPOWERS
Trauma ADHD OCD Anxiety Dyslexia Children with these types of labels often don’t fit into the regular classroom routine. They can be disruptive and feel like succeeding in life is a waste of time. Motivation to change their mind can … Continue reading
MMGM for September 25, 2023
Don’t let September get away before grabbing some of these great Middle Grade books. Reach a blogger’s post by clicking on . At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I have a review of NUGLY by M.C. Ross. Susan Uhlig is shouting … Continue reading
