Kids Book Index
Christina Wyman
Seventh grader Stevie is 5’10” and repeatedly receives unwanted comments about her appearance. As a tall girl, she must navigate her self-esteem and establish boundaries with people who focus on her height. Joining the debate club helps Stevie gain confidence and speak out. The story follows her response to attention she does not want and her growing ability to advocate for herself.
This book appears on 1 reading list across 1 edition.
Leila and the Blue FoxKiran Millwood HargraveLeila and Miso, an Arctic fox, undertake parallel journeys. While tracking a blue fox on an Arctic expedition, twelve-year-old Syrian English Leila struggles with her scientist mother’s absence and with rediscovering herself. Miso’s journey is based on the true story of a fox’s 2,000-mile trek. The novel addresses migration and the borders that affect both people and animals.Twelve to FourteenOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Not Quite a GhostAnne UrsuViolet is adjusting to a new house, a new baby, and troubles with friends. When she becomes ill with a mysterious ailment, her creaky old bedroom begins to feel less empty. Violet wonders whether she is truly alone and comes to suspect that the house, including its attic room, conceals a dark secret. The story combines upheaval at home, illness, friendship difficulties, and an unsettling mystery.Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 800LATOS Book Level 5.09On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Sona and the Golden BeastsRajani LaRoccaIn a land where music is forbidden, thirteen-year-old Sona Kalpani begins uncovering truths about herself and her world. She learns that she was born from an illegal marriage between different groups. Accompanied by a friend and an orphaned wolf pup, Sona travels toward a sacred place. Her journey is undertaken to free her land, while secrets about the world around her continue to emerge.Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 769LATOS Book Level 4.9On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details