Middle Grade Books

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Kid-Approved Books for Advanced Fifth and Sixth Grade Readers

These books are loved by advanced fifth and sixth grade readers for their unique character voices, complex plots and themes, and high page counts.

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New Middle Grade & Chapter Books Coming in Fall 2026

A new season means new books are coming out! Here are some terrific middle grade and chapter books releasing this fall that you won’t want to miss!

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20 Middle Grade Series So Engrossing Tweens Can't Put Them Down

Well-written, fun, and unputdownable series like these will keep 9- to 12-year-old kids passionately reading.

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20 Books That Capture the Middle School Experience

Here are 20 books for kids — ranging from funny to sad to dramatic — that accurately portray the ups and downs of middle school life, and how to survive it.

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Funny Adventure Books for Kids Ages 8–12

These hilarious adventure books will keep middle grade readers on the edge of their seats — and laughing as they flip the pages.

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The Best Middle Grade and Chapter Books of 2026 (So Far)

The first half of 2026 has given us an amazing collection of middle grade and chapter books to enjoy. Here are our top picks.

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Giddy Up, Readers! The Best Horse Books for Kids Ages 8 - 12

For the horse-loving kiddo in your life, the next best thing to riding one of these magnificent creatures is reading about them in books. Here are a few well-loved horse stories to get them started.

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The 50 Best Books for 9- and 10-Year-Olds

What are the best books to keep 9-year-olds and 10-year-olds reading, learning, and coming back for more? We asked the experts to find out.

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10 Authentic Middle Grade Books About Autism

Embrace the beauty of neurodiversity with these middle grade books about autism that offer positive, accurate portrayals of what it means to be autistic.

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13 Nonfiction Kids’ Books That Celebrate Black Excellence

These fantastic reads center on Black figures throughout history who embodied excellence in their respective fields and inspired those around them.

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Must-Read New Installments of Popular Middle Grade and YA Series

Whether you’re already reading one of these series or looking for something fresh to devour, now is a great time to catch up on these YA sagas — in advance of their gripping final pages.