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Is summer camp all it's cracked up to be? Depends on who you ask. These books will give you a glimpse into the trials and tribulations of camp. Crazy camp directors. Cabin raids. Dances. Friends. Enemies. Goats. And a whole lot of problem solving. Camp Average by Craig Battle Mack is back at camp for… Continue reading Books About Summer Camp
The British gave us James Bond and, as it turns out, most of the current children's spy books. Go figure. The Alex Rider series is king of the pack followed by upcoming faves Spy School and The Genius Files. Prepare yourself for some major laughs, because these books pack the humor. Alex Rider: Stormbreaker by… Continue reading Middle Grade Spy Stories
Needing a good laugh? These books are beyond hilarious and guaranteed to hook the most reluctant reader. Did you like Diary of a Wimpy Kid? These are as good or even better. As Steve, King of the Bench, would say, "No brag. It's just a fact." The Worst Class Trip Ever by Dave Barry (series)… Continue reading Laugh Out Loud Middle Grade Series
Every kid, teacher, librarian, parent and grandparent on the planet knows about the Wimpy Kid series. It's number 1 on every reluctant reader list, so I mention it, but it's not on my list. I've tried to get at some of those lesser known books that are sure to be a big hit for those… Continue reading Middle Grade Series for Reluctant Readers
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