Tag Archives: Middle Grade Historical Fiction

THE BOY AND THE SPY

Posted on April 16, 2023 by Greg Pattridge

I know several middle grade kids who open a new book and will read just the first page before declaring “this is boring.” That won’t be a problem when I hand them the exciting and compelling THE BOY AND THE … Continue reading →

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THE CALL OF JEREMIAH McGILL

Posted on February 19, 2023 by Greg Pattridge

When I saw that THE CALL OF JEREMIAH MCGILL was set in the early 1970s, I jumped at the chance to read this title. Not many MG books are set in a decade that shares similar problems to what we … Continue reading →

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CABBY POTTS, DUCHESS OF DIRT

Posted on September 2, 2022 by Greg Pattridge

When her parents force her to work at grand Ashford Manor, 12-year-old Cabby Potts will do anything to escape, including playing matchmaker between her sister and the rich young lord of the manor. If it succeeds, her scheme will save … Continue reading →

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THE PRINCE OF STEEL PIER

Posted on August 28, 2022 by Greg Pattridge

It’s nine o’clock on Friday morning, and Mrs. Goldberg is definitely dead. With that kind of first line I was pulled into this compelling drama set in 1975 Atlantic City, New Jersey. 13-year-old Joey narrates the story. He and his … Continue reading →

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Louisa June and the Nazis in the Waves

Posted on May 29, 2022 by Greg Pattridge

If you like historical novels, especially those centered around WWII, then this unique title will be just the ticket you need. Louisa June and the Nazis in the Waves is set in Virginia where the vast waters it borders have … Continue reading →

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THE TITANIC TUNNEL

Posted on May 22, 2022 by Greg Pattridge

The historical fiction tag first peaked my interest for this title. Other than a certain popular movie and an ample supply of non-fiction accounts of the unfortunate tragedy, I’d come across very few fictional stories for middle graders about Titanic’s … Continue reading →

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WAVE

Posted on March 27, 2022 by Greg Pattridge

A novel in prose has to have several qualities to capture my interest. Like all story telling formats, there needs to be a connection to the characters. Next, the prose has to go beyond being a collection of poetic lines—a … Continue reading →

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Dream, Annie, Dream

Posted on February 27, 2022 by Greg Pattridge

A music teacher friend of mine called a few weeks back with a problem. His school was doing a read every day initiative and teachers had to spend ten minutes reading the first 10-20 pages of any novel. “I read … Continue reading →

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ONCE UPON A CAMEL

Posted on September 5, 2021 by Greg Pattridge

Talking animal books are a beloved source of reading enjoyment for teens and preteens. ONCE UPON A CAMEL is one of those books but with a uniqueness that will attract many more readers. First off are the characters. You won’t … Continue reading →

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LORETTA LITTLE LOOKS BACK (REVIEW & GIVEAWAY)

Posted on November 15, 2020 by Greg Pattridge

Loretta Little Looks Back (Little, Brown Books for Young Readers; September 29, 2020) includes stories of Loretta, Roly, and Aggie B., members of the Little family that present the vivid story of their young lives, spanning three generations. These separate … Continue reading →

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