There is a range of exciting and thoughtprovoking books to suit all abilities in the 8th grade and over the course of a year, these titles should inspire both those who are reluctant to read, and also challenge high achieving pupils. Read this post to discover which 19 works make up the best 8th grade reading list. In this gritty, realistic novel, medina explores coming. This best 8th grade books book list will help you decide on what to add to your classroom library and recommend to your students. I remember reading this book in junior high and really liking seeing kids beating up on each other. May 14, 2015 it won the hugo and nebula awards, even though the new york times felt that the plot resembled a grade z, madefortelevision, sciencefiction ripoff movie. However, ive marked just a few books with an asterisk that may be better for more mature readers. Aug 22, 2018 middle school mystery books for eighth graders a spy in the house by y. Our selection of books for 8th graders is designed with students emotional needs in mind as well as their academic needs. Books with thoughtful portrayals of characters who encounter mental health issues can offer middle grade readers comfort, connection, and inspiration. Jul 29, 2018 it can be difficult to find appropriate and engaging 8th grade novels.
Recommended 8th grade reading list homeschool curriculum. These amazing titles are not only good for suggested class reading but for the pure fun and joy of reading for all people. Best book series for 8th graders ever greatschools. Successfully implement the 7 elements of guided math in k 8th grade classrooms includes digital resources, sample lessons and activities. Fantastic stories your eighth grader can sink their teeth into, learn from and that. Best books for eighth grade score a book s total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Ive included a few of my favorite classic middle grade books, but also some new, highly acclaimed, and popular books for middle schoolers, kids, and tweens.
This recommended reading list includes novels about topics eighth grade students will encounter in other core subject areas as well as relevant themes and personal issues they might experience as teenagers. Fantastic stories your eighth grader can sink their teeth into, learn from and that theyre likely to remember forever. Shop favorite 8th grader books the scholastic parent store. Making this 8th grade reading list was a challenge. Whether your child just entered the tween years or is about to leave them, some titles are designed to leave an impact for years. Nonfiction books are not my favorite the exception is teacher professional development books but each grade i teach i really try hard to find at least one good nonfiction novel for us to read together.
Being certified in special as well as regular education i am well acquainted with the fact that being in the 7th grade does not necessarily mean that you are reading on the same level. During mental health month, try one of these kidrecommended books that tackle mental health in a way that is relatable to young people. The 10 best narrative nonfiction books for middle graders in 2020. Here is a list of books our teacher editors suggest for students in grade 8. All of the harry potter books your kid could wish for. Fabulous 8th grade reading list perfect for 1214 year olds. The lists include a variety of books for seventh to 12thgraders, to satisfy every reading interest. Check out this list of 50 mustread mystery books for kids and 50 mustread young adult mysteries for more great reads. Each book is given two scores to customize a childs independent reading selections. An eighth grade recommended reading list grouped by subject. When i was, i decided to give it a try and was sure that i would hate it. Its hard to be what you cant see, says middle grade author jason reynolds. As you think about backtoschool reading plans, you also might want to consider your reading routines and habits for the school year. Eighth grade students are on the cusp of high school, so the books on.
He didnt start reading until he was nearly an adult. Public schools have teamed up to suggest books you might enjoy. Heres every captivating book in the wings of fire series. Top accelerated reader books for 8th graders education. The ballad of songbirds and snakes from the author that brought you the hunger games, reenter the world of panem again sixtyfour years before the events of the original series. Jack hurd gets a foster brother, joseph, an eighth grader whose only. For even more ideas, check out our essential books guide and 50 books all kids should read before theyre 12. Great books for middle school book clubs pernille ripp. Instead, i expect that you may be looking for good books for middle schoolers to read on their ownor with you. Our selections include titles for both girls and boys who have a variety of interests.
The books listed are excellent ranging from lifechanging to pure entertainment. Filled with awardwinning novels, your students will find many engaging and fascinating books for all interests. Suzanne collins shelved 97 times as 8thgrade avg rating 4. If its nonfiction, they can plunge into a subject that fascinates them or learn a lot about something theyve never heard of before. Since 8th graders find themselves on the cusp of so much change, the 8th grade year can often be a time of tremendous stress. Buy products related to books for 8th graders and see what customers say about books for 8th graders on free delivery possible on eligible purchases. This list focuses on middle school mystery books, and ive broken it down in approximate grade levels, but every kid is different and may have different reading needs.
The reading lists are of books with characters who are africanamerican or are written by africanamerican authors and then divided by school grade levels. The best 8th grade reading list for 2020 conquer your exam. The finest hours really is a great nonfiction book to read with middle school students. Lee rescued from the gallows in 1850s london, young orphan and thief mary quinn is surprised to be offered a singular education, instruction in fine mannersand an unusual vocation. Many 8th grade reading lists include a host of classics like animal farm or to kill a mockingbird, but ive. Teachers kept giving him what they considered classics, but those middle school books had nothing to do with who he was and what he saw each day. Once a year we run our official book clubs here in 7th grade. It can be difficult to find appropriate and engaging 8th grade novels.
The story of a troubled 8th grader, his dog, and a family secret. Rising 8th graders may not yet want to read ya fiction, but they also dont want to read middle grade books about 10 and 11 year olds. My favorite books to read with middle schoolers in 7th and. A couple series, older, that i enjoyed as a child and that i have enjoyed rereading to my children. Want to know the best middle school books to use in your classes. Best books for sixthgraders as tweens start figuring out the world and their place in it, welltold stories can help them explore different places, feelings, issues, and eras. Prepare your or 14 year old for high school with our 8th grade novels, boxedsets and nonfiction. Out of the dust by karen hesse, the giver by lois lowry, the outsiders by s. If you are looking for confirmation gift ideas or just good books about the catholic faith, inspiring saints, and captivating conversions to add to your library, here is the list for you. Walter brooks freddy the pig series for 4th grade, baums wizard of oz series is actually pretty good, and the books of joseph altsheler, that are wonderful for boys fifth or sixth grade, of which i have read the texas ranger series and the young trailers. Grade 8 books this list of suggested reading books has been carefully selected by educators and librarians for junior high and middle school students aged 14. Tolkien shelved 9 times as 8thgrade readinglist avg rating 4. It can be hard for 10, 11, and 12yearold kids who read at a high school level to find books that meet their reading needs but are still appropriate for their age.
Mathabanes autobiography is testimony to living in a brutal, bigoted society. This is a great book for fantasy fans who want an advanced fairy tale read by. It wasnt that they didnt want to do book clubs, it was that they wanted to have meaningful conversations. Books for teens district of columbia public library. Very early on in our book club experiences, students had many ideas for how to make them better. If its fiction, students can dissect plot, theme, and characters. Auels meticulous research of the ice age period really makes this sixbook series come to life. Teen summer reading list ages 18 imagination soup. Reading has been shown to actually decrease stress.
Mar 24, 2020 grade 8 books this list of suggested reading books has been carefully selected by educators and librarians for junior high and middle school students aged 14. The atos score, or advantagetasa open standard, assigns a grade level and month at which the average student should be able to read the book. Best friends sophie and agatha enter the school for good and evil, where ordinary boys and girls are trained to be fairytale heroes and villains. Classic works of literature for a 9th grade reading list. Books with black characters or written by black authors. Ayla, a 5yearold cromagnon girl, is adopted by a neanderthal medicine woman, much to the objection of her neanderthal tribe. Here are 100 mustread middle grade fantasy books published in the last ten years. Readers are vividly transported back to primeval times some 35,000 years ago. Timeless chapter books every child should read at least once. A while ago, i asked if you wanted to hear about some good books for older boys to read and it was a big yes. Happy good friday featuring jills comfort zone, ms. A good book for 8th grade reading group discussion.
See more ideas about middle school books, good books and books to read. Intended for older readers, this story informs firsthand about the unpredictable attacks. Excellent books like those below are one element of a good reading routine. Christine and cool dude, yes reading level wise there are indeed books on both the 5th and the 8th grade level in here.
She just wants to get an internship to help her get into a good college. This is a list of books recommended for my oldest, henry when he was in 3rd grade, reading at a 4th grade level. Haunted by yaqui and her gang, piddy grows increasingly fearful, feeling like shes prey to yaquis predator. May 07, 2018 making this 8th grade reading list was a challenge. Irresistibly drawn to lena, ethan discovers that the. Browse the best bookreport books for middle schoolers. Discover 100 recentlypublished middle grade books full of magic. This list is meant for all teenagers, 8th grade through 12th grade.
I love to see what books stand the test of time and remain popular year after year. When lena moves to his small southern town, ethan realizes that this mysterious, outcast girl has been the subject of his dreams for months. Our list of engaging books for 11 and 12yearolds has it all, from nonfiction and science fiction to exciting fantasy epics and gritty urban tales inspired by the. These books are loved by advanced fifth and sixth grade readers for their unique character voices, complex plots and themes, and high page counts. These books offer a lifeline through the awkward years of late elementary and middle school with relatable characters, or they challenge norms and reveal new perspectives your young reader may have never considered before.
Top 20 female characters who show how strong girls are. Best middle school books, as chosen by teachers weareteachers. After all, theres a big range of development between and 18 as you well know. Tolkien, the hunger games by suzanne collins, fahrenheit 451 by ra. When kids find titles that are engaging, interesting, and thoughtprovoking, theyre hooked. Kami garcia and margaret stohl little, brown books for young readers, 2010 592 pages. Apr 19, 2018 once a year we run our official book clubs here in 7th grade. Aug 15, 2019 its hard to be what you cant see, says middlegrade author jason reynolds.
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