Embedded Files
Clap When You Land -
Elizabeth Acevedo
A novel in verse about two sisters—one in the Dominican Republic, one in New York—who discover each other's existence after their father dies in a plane crash.
Grades 8-12
Darius the Great is Not Okay -
Adib Khorram
A teenage boy named Darius struggles with his mental health, cultural identity, and his relationship with his family while visiting Iran, where he forms a meaningful friendship that helps him find a sense of belonging.
Grades 8-12
The Field Guide to the North American Teenager - Ben Philippe
A hilarious fish-out-of-water story about a Black French Canadian teen who moves to Texas and creates a field guide to navigate American high school stereotypes.
Grades 9-11
Game Changer - Tommy Greenwald
A fast-paced story set around high school sports, where a star athlete faces off against issues in his personal life while navigating the pressures of fame and identity. A great choice for sports fans.
Grades 6-10
Out of My Mind - Sharon Draper
Melody Brooks has cerebral palsy, is wheelchair-bound, and attends school with other kids with special needs. Although she's never spoken a single word and is hampered by her physical limitations, Melody is brilliant. When she receives a computer with a special keyboard, she finally gains a voice.
Grades 5-8
Ghost - Jason Reynolds
At school, Castle "Ghost" Crenshaw is taunted about where he lives and what he wears. He also has an anger management problem, but the kid can run, really run. Supported by a loving mother and a tough but caring track-and-field coach, Ghost learns a few lessons about life and teamwork while reminding readers of the potential in everyone.
Grades 5-8
The Superteacher Project -
Gordon Korman
Oliver and Nathan, determined to get to the bottom of their new homeroom teacher's fishy behavior, discover Mr. Aidact is actually an AI robot from a secret experimental program.
Grades 5-8
Starfish - Lisa Fipps
Ever since Ellie wore a whale swimsuit and made a big splash at her fifth birthday party, she's been bullied about her weight. To cope, she tries to live by the Fat Girl Rules-like "no making waves," "avoid eating in public," and "don't move so fast that your body jiggles." And she's found her safe space-her swimming pool-where she feels weightless in a fat-obsessed world. In the water, she can stretch herself out like a starfish and take up all the room she wants. Ellie might finally be able to cast aside the Fat Girl Rules and starfish in real life--by unapologetically being her own fabulous self.
Grades 5-8
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