Middle school is always full of surprises. One big surprise many kids can have is the number of books they can read. Year after year, authors publish countless books that cater to middle schoolers.
As parents, you too will be surprised with the number of books that come out each year. So much so that it can be tricky to pick which one is worth reading.
In this article, we compile the 8 best books for 6th graders. Each book is age-appropriate, thrilling, and thought-provoking.
Matilda
By: Roald Dahl
Matilda is a classic novel that is a part of many parents’ childhood. Now it’s your turn to share the magic with your children! Matilda tells the story of a young girl with a powerful ability. Surrounded by her uncaring parents and tyrannical principal, Matilda fights back and defends herself and her friends from adult bullies. This book is loved by millions, and we’re sure your child will too.
Coraline
By: Neil Gaiman
Neil Gaiman’s Coraline is a spooky story perfect for Halloween. Coraline and her parents move into a new apartment. However, she is unimpressed by the gloomy interior, garden, and neighbors. But a secret door suddenly transports her into a different version of her home. Will she stay in her boring world or be with the other side?
The Guardians Collection
By: William Joyce
Remember the DreamWorks Animation movie Rise of the Guardian? That movie was based on this novel series. The Guardians Collection features all of your favorite childhood icons, such as Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny, and the Tooth Fairy, as they battle the forces of evil.
Other Words for Home
By: Jasmine Warga
Many refugees have a hard time adjusting after leaving their home country. That is the case with Jude, a young girl who has to leave Syria and stay in the United States. Although hard at first, Jude gives America a chance to be her second home. Other Words for Home is perfect for anybody who feels scared about moving to a new place. Both adults and children can relate to the struggles and successes Jude experiences.
When Stars Are Scattered
By: Victoria Jamieson, Omar Mohamed, and Iman Geddy
When Stars Are Scattered tells a story full of hope. This graphic novel is about two Somali brothers who are refugees in Kenya. Omar and Hassan struggle every day due to the lack of basic needs. When Omar is given a chance to go to school, he has to pick between getting a good education or staying and caring for his little brother. This graphic novel tells a powerful and unforgettable story that will pull the heartstrings of both children and parents.
Pashmina
By: Nidhi Chanani
Growing up in a foreign country can make it tough to learn about your ethnic roots. Priyanka Das has so many unanswered questions about her home country. However, her mother refuses to answer anything about India and her father. That was until Pri discovers a magical pashmina that leads her back to him. Pashmina is all about the struggle of finding one’s identity and uncovering one’s cultural roots.
Eleven
By: Tom Rogers
The 9/11 World Trade Center attack is one of America’s most devasting tragedies. And while it’s very touchy to talk about this event, Eleven does a great job at exploring this happening. Alex Douglas turns 11 on September 11. Unbeknownst to him, things take a different turn. Eleven tackles many themes, including loss, family, kindness, and friendship.
The Complete Wreck (A Series of Unfortunate Events, Books 1-13)
By: Lemony Snicket and Brett Helquist
Don’t be fooled by the downer name. A Series of Unfortunate Events may sound like a depressing series. But it’s also filled with adventure, mysteries, and plot twists. Follow 3 orphaned siblings, Violet, Klaus, and Sunny Baudelaire, as they escape their money-hungry guardian Count Olaf and try to solve their parent’s death. All the books will keep you on the edge as you put the pieces into places. A Series of Unfortunate Events is an exciting novel with a humourous narrator.
Conclusion
All of these books are available today on Amazon or at bookstores. Many books are filled with surprises. They can be comedic, tragic, or something in between. Yet the only way for you and your kid to experience them is by opening the pages.
Originally posted on All Day Parenting Original article
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