entering GRADE 7 Book List

The Last Beekeeper, by Pablo Cartaya - To prove that she belongs in the city of Silos, Yolanda discovers that her survival rests on the rediscovery of an extinct beehive that could be the answer to everything (dystopian).

The Iliad, by Gareth Hinds - The Greeks fight the Trojans in this retelling of Homer's legendary account of the epic nine-year war (graphic novel).

The Odyssey, by Gareth Hinds - A retelling of Homer's epic tale of Odysseus, the ancient Greek hero who encounters witches and other obstacles on his journey home after fighting in the Trojan War (graphic novel).

The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind -young reader's edition, by William Kamkwamba - When a terrible drought struck his tiny village, William came up with an idea that would change his family's life forever (nonfiction).

Before the Ever After, by Jacqueline Woodson - To the world, ZJ’s dad is a fearless football player and at home he is a fun and adoring dad. That was before. When his dad’s headaches start becoming more frequent, ZJ enters into the “ever after” (sports). 

Tiger Daughter by Rebecca Lim - Two "migrant" friends learn that it is better to risk everything to do what is important, rather than taking no action. A powerful story of defiance, respect, and love (realistic fiction).

Chinese Menu: the history, myths, and legends behind your favorite foods, by Grace Lin - In tales filled with squabbling dragons, magical fruits, and hungry monks, explore the myths and history of favorite Chinese foods (nonfiction). 

Select titles by Mike Lupica - Choose your sport. Read one: Heat, Last Man Out, The Big Field, Fast Break, Fantasy League, or Defending Champ (sports).

Mexikid, by Pedro Martin - A memoir about growing up in a big "somewhat American" and "somewhat Mexican" family, and an epic road trip to Mexico to bring their abuelito back to their home in America (graphic novel).

City Spies, by James Ponti - Select any book from this series of intrigue and action about a group of gifted young spies who travel to exotic locations and iconic landmarks around the world (adventure).

The Last Mapmaker, by Christina Soontornvat - Joining an expedition of the Mangkon Royal Navy to chart the southern sea, mapmaker's assistant Sai realizes she's not the only one on board hiding secrets including the ship's true destination (adventure fantasy). 

Seen and Unseen: what Dorothea Lange, Toyo Miyatake, and Ansel Adams photographs reveal about the Japanese American incarceration, by Elizabeth Partridge and Lauren Tamaki - Through the lenses of three different photographers, the experiences of Japanese Americans imprisoned at Manzanar Camp are brought to vivid life (nonfiction). 

Other Words For Home, by Jasmine Warga - A story about family and what it means to belong. In the words of Jude, "It is strange to feel lucky / for something that is making my heart feel so sad" (realistic fiction).

For each book you read, please complete the short "Book Tracker" (Google form).

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