Category Archives: Middle Grade Book Reviews

THE NATURAL GENIUS OF ANTS

Ten-year-old Harvard narrates this gentle, engaging story. His medical doctor dad made a huge mistake at work which cost the life of a baby. Dad quits being a doctor to try and recover from the tragedy. He takes Harvard and … Continue reading

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APPLE CRUSH

Jen is just getting used to her life on Peapod Farm with her new stepsisters, Andy and Reese. But when the school year starts, there are more changes in store for her. Jen has to navigate new friends and new … Continue reading

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MMGM for MAY 2, 2022

IT”S A NEW MONTH WITH FIVE MONDAYS OF MMGM. To get the party started click on a to see a blogger’s post. *************************** At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I have a review of GLASS SLIPPERS by Leah Cypess. June McCrary … Continue reading

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GLASS SLIPPERS

It’s another month of Marvelous Middle Grade Mondays! The name Cinderella brings many fond memories of her tale from both young and old. She lived happily ever after…or maybe not as we find out in this imaginative and suspenseful new … Continue reading

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REBEL GIRLS—AWESOME ENTREPRENEURS

This series returns with another winning entry. Twenty-five women are profiled who have had success launching new products, building their own businesses, and investing. It’s truly inspiring. Each successful woman gets her own two-page spread. On one side of the … Continue reading

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MMGM for April 25, 2022

One last round of great MG reviews and features this month. Click on an April Showers Umbrella to see each post. **************************** At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I have a review of SIR FIG NEWTON AND THE SCIENCE OF PERSISTENCE … Continue reading

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SIR FIG NEWTON AND THE SCIENCE OF PERSISTENCE

Welcome to Marvelous Middle Grade Monday! A science loving girl and her diabetes stricken cat, bring new meaning to friendship and family in this debut. Mira is 12-years-old and the summer before seventh grade is going downhill quick. Her beloved … Continue reading

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STAR SWITCH

Here comes another British import I’m sure will find a welcome audience in North America. I previously featured UK TV personality, Alesha Dixon, and her LIGHTNING GIRL Series. This time she collaborates with author, Katy Birchall, in a fun body … Continue reading

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MMGM for April 18, 2022

I found all the Easter Eggs! Click on each one to crack open some great MG reviews and features. **************************** At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I have a review of FALLING SHORT by Edward Cisneros. Carol Baldwin shares Issue 61 … Continue reading

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FALLING SHORT

A friendship between two opposites provide a heartwarming, memorable reading experience. Pictured on the left is Isaac. He lives and breathes basketball and is a budding superstar. On the right is Marcos. Academically gifted, he avoids sports and embarrasses himself … Continue reading

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