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THE EXTRATERRESTRIAL ZOO

A mystery for upper middle graders (ages 10-14) who enjoy a unique sci-fi plot. Thirteen-year-old Ava narrates the story and it’s pretty unbelievable. Ava lives with her Uncle Pete at the Extraterrestrial Zoo. Many years ago extraterrestrials arrived on Earth. … Continue reading

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Marvelous Middle Grade Monday for 3/10/25

  It’s time to celebrate our fantastic contributors! Each week I will randomly draw the name of a devoted MMGM blogger and reward them with the top spot in the lineup. The MMGM all-star for today is… Natalie Aguirre @ … Continue reading

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I KNOW WHAT UFO DID LAST SUMMER

This new science fiction story features three 12-year-olds who are the highlight of the tale. The author nailed it perfectly in capturing each of their personalities. Front and center is Marv (code name: Gold Leader) who narrates. He is obsessed … Continue reading

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Marvelous Middle Grade Monday for 3/3/25

  ALWAYS in the MIDDLE features a review of RACING THE CLOUDS by Sydney Dunlap. Natalie Aguirre @ Literary Rambles is participating in the Lady Luck Giveaway Hop with a lot of middle grade giveaway choices. Sue Heavenrich is over … Continue reading

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RACING THE CLOUDS

A contemporary family drama sure to tug at your heartstrings. Thirteen-year-old Sage is an endearing main character with a lot of emotion to deal with in her life. Sage is upset about what she did last November and wishes she … Continue reading

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Marvelous Middle Grade Monday for 2/24/25

  ALWAYS in the MIDDLE features a review of TEAR THIS DOWN by Barbara Dee. Jennifer Rummel reviews the graphic novel, FRESH START. Susan Uhlig was blown away by the wonderful near future novel in verse, ALONE, by Megan E. … Continue reading

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Marvelous Middle Grade Monday for 2/17/25

  ALWAYS in the MIDDLE features a review of WEREWOLF HAMLET by Kerry Madden-Lunsford. Sue Heavenrich has a great bit of narrative nonfiction titled A Dangerous Idea: The Scopes Trial, the Original Fight over Science in Schools, by Debbie Levy. … Continue reading

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WEREWOLF HAMLET

That’s 10-year-old Angus Gettlefinger on the cover. He lives with his parents and 3 siblings in an L.A. suburb. Angus loves theater and old Hollywood movie stars. He often has pretend talks in his head with the likes of Lon … Continue reading

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Marvelous Middle Grade Monday for 2/10/25

  ALWAYS in the MIDDLE features a review of THE BUG BANDITS. by Jenni L. Walsh. Isabelle Knight reviews Moon Rising, the sixth book in the Wings of Fire series by Tui T. Sutherland.  Natalie Aguirre @ Literary Rambles has … Continue reading

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THE BUG BANDITS

I was hoping to feature this new middle grade contemporary closer to the release date in May. But…I have so many books to share that month I moved this one up to give you an advanced look. THE BUG BANDITS … Continue reading

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