How do I find a new book to read?
Finding More Good Books
Looking for more ideas for finding a good book? Here are resources to help you..."Find the Right Reading Fit." Remember, there are many reasons to select a particular book. If you would like to explore books in your Lexile range, the links below will assist you.
OMS Library Catalog - Available 24/7, search for books in the middle school media center, or, if you are looking for a more interactive experience, try Destiny Quest. Click on library catalog, then click on Destiny Quest on the left.
Goodreads - You can use this resource with or without a registered account. Check out the Goodreads Choice Award winners at the bottom of the page as well as the lists created by readers on their Listopiapage.
Hennepin County Library -- Hennepin County Library has extensive browsing page where readers can look at a variety of recommendations in different genres. Scroll down to Books for Teens and Books for Children to find lists and resources for students in grades 6-8.
Barnes & Noble Find Books by Lexile Reading Level
Lexile Framework for Reading
Novelist K-8 Plus a database available through the Hennepin County website. This is a great resource for findin g books based upon the books you already enjoy!
What Should I Read Next? -- This is a page that gives readers a chance to type in their favorites and receive a generated list of ideas.