Good Comics for Kids
April 19, 2024 by Amanda MacGregor
What a wonderful world we live in to see so much great representation in middle grade.
April 18, 2024 by Amanda MacGregor
Bear and Olivia show us that with small changes in our lives, we can and should protect these animals and our small corner of the world.
April 17, 2024 by Amanda MacGregor
You know, what we’re really talking about is empowerment—feeling like even the smallest parts of us have power and worth. That could be super important to a middle school kid.
April 17, 2024 by Amanda MacGregor
Full of supportive, well-rounded secondary characters (who, importantly don't just support Grace but challenge her and help her see her way through things), this look at identity, relationships, and goals is a great read with the important reminder that you are more than just your accomplishments.
April 16, 2024 by Amanda MacGregor
These books all share anxiety as a theme, but in conversation with each other they feel like they are capturing something essential about the power of middle grade books.
April 12, 2024 by Amanda MacGregor
Just in time for National Poetry Month, check out these novels in verse!
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April 12, 2024 by Amanda MacGregor
Let’s take a look at twelve titles that deserve an encore.
April 11, 2024 by Amanda MacGregor
With rich character development and a fast pace, this book was a great read built around a world (mariachi) I knew nothing about. Just beware: know where your local panaderia is and be ready to get some treats to keep you company as you read!
April 10, 2024 by Amanda MacGregor
This well-developed mystery is a solid read with a satisfying conclusion. Here's to hoping Simon, who has had plenty of adventure just while in their new city, finally gets the stable and permanent home he longs for!
April 8, 2024 by Amanda MacGregor
Isabel in Bloom will be my fourth middle grade novel (my first one in verse). When I began writing it, a few intriguing images had come to me: a girl on a plane, a dried-up school garden, and a balikbayan box.
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