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Frances Hodgson Burnett

The Secret Garden

After losing her parents, Mary Lennox is sent to live with her uncle in Misselthwaite Manor, a large and mysterious estate on the Yorkshire moors. There, she discovers a secret garden that has been locked up for years, and with the help of a local boy named Dickon, she sets out to bring it back to life.

Lois Lowry

The Giver

In a world with no poverty, crime, or sickness, twelve-year-old Jonas is chosen to be the community's Receiver of Memories. As Jonas uncovers the truth about the perfect society in which he lives, he must decide if he can sacrifice his own happiness for the greater good.

Katherine Paterson

Bridge To Terabithia

Jess Aarons and Leslie Burke become fast friends and create a magical kingdom called Terabithia, which they rule as king and queen. When tragedy strikes, Jess must learn to cope with his grief and find a way to honor his friend's memory.

Mildred D. Taylor

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry

Set in Mississippi during the Great Depression, this novel tells the story of the Logan family, who are determined to hold on to their land and their dignity in the face of racism and violence. Cassie Logan learns the power of standing up for what is right, even when it is difficult.

Wilson Rawls

Where the Red Fern Grows

Billy Coleman, a young boy growing up in the Ozark Mountains, dreams of owning a pair of Redbone Coonhounds. After years of saving and planning, he finally gets his wish, and together with his dogs, Old Dan and Little Ann, he sets out to become the best hunter in the valley.

Katherine Applegate

The One and Only Ivan

Ivan is an easygoing gorilla who has lived in a mall for as long as he can remember. When a baby elephant named Ruby arrives, Ivan begins to question his life and longs for something more. With the help of his friends, Ivan sets out to create a better life for himself and the other animals in the mall.

E.B. White

The Trumpet of the Swan

Louis, a trumpeter swan, is born without a voice. Determined to communicate with his family and the world around him, Louis learns to play the trumpet. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, including a boy named Sam Beaver, who becomes his best friend.

Jerry Spinelli

Maniac Magee

Jeffrey Magee, known as Maniac Magee, is an orphan who arrives in the town of Two Mills, Pennsylvania, and becomes a legend. With his incredible athletic abilities and his kind heart, Maniac Magee brings the divided town together and teaches everyone a valuable lesson about acceptance and friendship.

Kwame Alexander

The Crossover

Fourteen-year-old twin basketball stars Josh and Jordan Bell must come to terms with their changing family dynamics and their own personal struggles as they navigate the challenges of growing up. Written in verse, this novel explores themes of family, friendship, and identity.

Ellen Raskin

The Westing Game

Sixteen people are invited to the reading of Samuel W. Westing's will, and they are all suspects in his murder. As they compete in a series of puzzles and challenges, they discover that the key to winning the game lies in uncovering the truth about Samuel Westing and his mysterious past.

Jojo Moyes

The Giver of Stars

Set in Depression-era America, this novel tells the story of a group of women who form a traveling library to bring books to the people of rural Kentucky. As they face challenges and dangers along the way, they discover the power of friendship and the importance of literacy.