Books for Young Readers Pre Teens and Tweens: Ages 9-12
Pre Teens, tweens, and middle grade readers (books for ages nine and up) begin to soar with well-developed fantastical worlds, a gentle increase in the complexities of social and emotional plot developments, smaller fonts, and more pages.
With maturity developing and a wide range of reading abilities among preteens and tweens, middle grade novels launch readers into incredible worlds, a gentle increase in the complexities of social and emotional plot developments, smaller fonts, and more pages.
While kids used to read books featuring characters around their age, preteens and tweens begin to “read up”–they often like to read about characters older than themselves while also reserving the right to “read down” at any moment in time. We believe that our job here at The Children’s Book Review is to select excellent middle grade books that cover the many interests, maturity levels and varying ranges of emotional readiness of kids ages 9-12.
Our middle grade book reviews and book lists cover everything from the fun and enjoyable to stories that begin to raise difficult questions. You’ll find fantasy novels, mystery books, historical fiction, graphic novels (books formatted in comic book style), and much, much more.
Here Are a Few Middle Grade Book Lists to Get You Started:
5 Gorgeous Animal Adventure Novels for Middle Grade Readers
5 Laugh-Out-Loud and Reach-for-the-Kleenex Middle Grade Novels
What to Read Next If You Love the Ramona Books
5 Middle Grade Books That I’ll Never Lend Out to Anyone Ever
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Books For Kids Ages 9, 10, 11, 12 and Up
M. T. Anderson is an award-winning writer for a reason, and Elf Dog and Owl Head does not disappoint. It’s a wonderfully absorbing and uplifting story.
Pam Muñoz Ryan’s narrative brilliance and Peter Sís’s evocative illustrations make The Dreamer a must-read that not only entertains but also inspires readers.
We invite you to follow along on the virtual book tour of Bubba and Squirt’s City of Bones. The air is thick with secrets, and the catacombs await …
Reading Journal for Kids Who Love Books is a commendable literary companion that goes beyond merely making reading enjoyable.
The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a timeless classic that weaves a tale of transformation and renewal, capturing the essence of growth.
J.M. Barrie’s Peter Pan has stood the test of time as a whimsical and enchanting tale, weaving together the innocence of childhood with perpetual youth.
The Sorgho Squad: From the Ruins Comes Jowar is an exciting and original start to what looks like a promising new sustainability series.
In this exclusive interview, we delve into the inspiration behind the captivating world of The Sorgho Squad with Nate Blum.
C.S. Lewis’s The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe stands as a testament to the enduring power of storytelling—the tale remains a cherished classic.
The Weeping Tide, by Amanda Foody, is an absolute page-turner—a strong sequel and, hopefully, forerunner to yet more magic to come.