Kids Book Index
written and illustrated by Jack Gantos
The Newbery Award–winning author of Dead End in Norvelt shares advice for how to be the best brilliant writer in this funny and practical creative writing guide perfect for all kids who dream of seeing their name on the spine of a book.With the signature wit and humor that have garnered him…
The Whiz Mob and the Grenadine KidColin MeloyA bored boy joins a band of child pickpockets, uncovering a thrilling world with dangerous stakes.Twelve to FourteenLexile 840LATOS 5.4On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Spirit HuntersEllen OhHarper isn’t sure she believes those rumors, until her younger brother, Michael, starts acting strangely.The whole atmosphere gives Harper a sense of déjà vu, but she can’t remember why.Twelve to FourteenOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Law and Justice *Racial Profiling: Everyday InequalityAlison Marie BehnkeIn the United States, racial profiling affects thousands of Americans every day. Both individuals and institutions—such as law enforcement agencies, government bodies, and schools—routinely use race or ethnicity as grounds for suspecting someone of an offense.Twelve to FourteenOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details