Kids Book Index
Kwame Alexander
In this electrifying follow-up to Kwame Alexander's Newbery winner The Crossover, soccer, family, love, and friendship take center stage. Helping him along are his best friend and sometimes teammate Coby, and The Mac, a rapping librarian who gives Nick inspiring books to read.
Merci Suárez Plays It CoolMeg MedinaEighth grade brings Merci new friendships, family challenges, and tough choices.Twelve to FourteenLexile 750LATOS 4.8On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Family Fletcher Takes Rock IslandDana Alison LevyThe Fletchers face unexpected changes on Rock Island.Nine to TwelveLexile 730LATOS 4.7On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
CaptainSam AngusIt's 1915 and British troops are about to sail to Gallipoli. Billy is the youngest soldier in his platoon and is teased for not being old enough to drink or shave.Nine to TwelveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details