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Historical Fiction Books for 6th Graders

Afoma Umesi — Thu, 29 Aug 2024 13:30:06 +0000

You know how I feel about 6th grade books -- I think they're the middle grade sweet spot and most middle grade authors write for this age group. It's no wonder there are so many fantastic historical fiction books to recommend to them! Many of these are set in the 1940s and 1950s but you'll find a couple set in the 80s and 90s and one set in 1911, too!

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Mystery Books for 6th Graders

Afoma Umesi — Sat, 03 Aug 2024 10:20:14 +0000

Few things are as enthralling as a good mystery. If you're looking for great mystery books for 6th graders, this is the list for you. On this list of 6th grade mystery books, you'll find different kinds of mysteries. There are cozy mysteries, murder mysteries, spy adventure mysteries, and many more options to match your mystery book preferences.

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15 Fantastic Books for Your 6th Grade Book Club

Afoma Umesi — Thu, 16 May 2024 16:31:48 +0000

Starting a book club for tweens can be intimidating, but with some great suggestions, I can help you choose highly discussable titles to keep your book clubbers engaged and coming back for more. In case you missed it, I shared a list of excellent choices for 7th-grade book clubs. Today, though, I'm sharing 15 wonderful book recommendations for 6th-grade book clubs. I've also included some of the main themes in each book, as well as some activity ideas.

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Verse Novels I Recommend for 6th Graders

Afoma Umesi — Mon, 15 Apr 2024 14:32:27 +0000

With so many verse novels for middle graders, you might be stuck choosing a grade-appropriate title. Many of these verse novels also feature in our larger list of middle grade verse novels but there are a few unique ones here not mentioned on that list. The stories on this list tackle a variety of themes

Read Aloud Books for 6th Grade

Afoma Umesi — Wed, 21 Feb 2024 11:38:22 +0000

Classroom read-alouds are a terrific way to generate interest in new books and help intimidated readers get into a good, but longer book. They also provide opportunities for great discussion and of course, doing funny voices if that's your thing. If you've been on the hunt for read-aloud books for your 6th grade class, you'll find a wide range of choices, from verse novels to graphic novels (these are great for assigning different students to read individual parts), and gripping, crowd-pleasing realistic fiction.

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Fantastic Book Series for 6th Graders

Afoma Umesi — Mon, 29 Jan 2024 15:10:51 +0000

Sixth grade is one of my favorite classes for reading because most of the middle grade books currently published seem geared to this age group. For this list of book series for 6th graders, I’ve curated some of my favorite books in a series for this age group. Many of these are new and have

60 Exceptional Books for 6th Graders

Afoma Umesi — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 13:13:58 +0000

Today, it's all about the best books for sixth graders (and can I say, this is quite the sweet spot). At age 11, these kids are often confident readers who are eager to explore a variety of genres. Many of them can handle problem books and really enjoy realistic fiction. Still, of course, they're still reading their graphic novels and short books, as well as engaging series. That's why I've tried to include all of these on this list.

You'll find comics, problem books, funny stories, short books, long books, middle-grade mysteries, and even series on this list of books for sixth graders. I've worked hard to make it a good mix of books with boys on the cover and girls as well.

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The Best 6th Grade Nonfiction Books

Katie Wickliff — Tue, 24 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000

If you're searching for engaging non-fiction books for 6th graders, then you've come to the right place. I've curated a list of 20 of our favorite nonfiction titles covering various topics, including history, science, and sports.

Because my 6th-grade son or I (or often both of us) have read each book on this list, I've provided brief, personal reviews of each book. You'll not only be able to get a comprehensive list but also gain insight into why each title is so great. I’m so happy to be here at Reading Middle Grade, and I hope you enjoy this list of nonfiction books for 6th graders!

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The Best Realistic Fiction Books for 6th Graders

Afoma Umesi — Thu, 14 Sep 2023 18:52:01 +0000

Got a 6th grader or advanced elementary schooler who loves fiction rooted in reality? Then these realistic fiction books for 6th graders will interest you. Typically, 6th graders are new middle schoolers, many of whom are strong readers. Still, I like to recommend gentler fiction for kids in this age group. So on this list you'll find books that tackle serious issues in a sensitive way and some others that are just heaps of fun. Look out for a graphic novel about moving and Black hair, a book about a house swap with many surprises, a story of a young Black boy who loves a good card game, and many more. I've added a little "award" containing subject/theme buzzwords for each book to help you match it to its perfect reader.

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