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Phyllis Reynolds Naylor

"Boy/Girl Battle" series

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Boy/Girl Battle is a series of children's books by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor that follows the adventures of a group of friends as they navigate the challenges of growing up. The series is known for its humor, heart, and relatable characters.

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Gennifer Choldenko

Al Capone Does My Shirts

This book is set in the 1930s and follows the story of a 12-year-old boy named Moose who moves with his family to Alcatraz Island, where his father works as a guard at the famous prison. Moose must navigate the challenges of making new friends, dealing with his sister's disability, and living on an island that's home to some of the most dangerous criminals in the country. Like Boy/Girl Battle, this book explores themes of growing up, fitting in, and overcoming obstacles.

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Ellen Raskin

The Westing Game

In this mystery novel, 16 people are invited to the reading of a will and are presented with a challenge: solve the puzzle of Samuel W. Westing's death and win his fortune. The characters must use their wits and teamwork to uncover clues and solve the mystery. Like Boy/Girl Battle, this book features a group of young people working together to solve a problem and discover their own strengths.

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Lois Lowry

The Giver

In a society where sameness is valued above all else, 12-year-old Jonas is chosen to be the Receiver of Memory, the person who holds all the memories of the past. As Jonas learns about the world before sameness, he must decide whether to keep this knowledge to himself or share it with others. Like Boy/Girl Battle, this book explores themes of individuality, conformity, and the importance of memory and history.

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Mildred D. Taylor

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry

Set in the 1930s, this novel tells the story of the Logan family, who are fighting to keep their land and their dignity in the face of racism and discrimination. The book follows the struggles of the Logans as they navigate a world where they are not valued for who they are. Like Boy/Girl Battle, this book explores themes of identity, discrimination, and the importance of standing up for what is right.

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Christopher Paul Curtis

The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963

This book tells the story of the Watson family, who travel from their home in Flint, Michigan to Birmingham, Alabama in the summer of 1963. The book explores the experiences of the Watson family as they encounter racism and discrimination in the South. Like Boy/Girl Battle, this book explores themes of identity, discrimination, and the importance of standing up for what is right.

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Katherine Paterson

Bridge To Terabithia

This book tells the story of Jess, a young boy who becomes friends with Leslie, a girl who moves into his neighborhood. Together, they create a magical kingdom called Terabithia, where they can escape from the challenges of their everyday lives. But when tragedy strikes, Jess must learn to cope with loss and find a way to move forward. Like Boy/Girl Battle, this book explores themes of friendship, imagination, and growing up.

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Frances Hodgson Burnett

The Secret Garden

This classic novel tells the story of Mary, a young girl who is sent to live with her uncle in the English countryside after her parents die. There, she discovers a secret garden that has been locked up for years. As Mary works to restore the garden, she learns about the power of friendship, nature, and the human spirit. Like Boy/Girl Battle, this book explores themes of discovery, growth, and the importance of connection with others.

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C.S. Lewis

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

This book is the first in the Chronicles of Narnia series and tells the story of four siblings who discover a magical world called Narnia hidden in the back of a wardrobe. In Narnia, they must help the rightful king, Aslan the lion, defeat the evil White Witch and restore peace to the land. Like Boy/Girl Battle, this book explores themes of adventure, friendship, and the struggle between good and evil.

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J.R.R. Tolkien

The Hobbit

This classic fantasy novel tells the story of Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit who is swept up in an adventure to reclaim a lost treasure from a dragon. Along the way, Bilbo must confront his fears, make new friends, and learn about the power of courage and determination. Like Boy/Girl Battle, this book explores themes of adventure, friendship, and the struggle between good and evil.

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S.E. Hinton

The Outsiders

This book tells the story of Ponyboy, a young boy who is a member of the Greasers, a group of working-class kids who are constantly at odds with the Socs, a group of wealthy kids. When a fight between the two groups goes wrong, Ponyboy must confront the realities of violence and the importance of friendship and loyalty. Like Boy/Girl Battle, this book explores themes of identity, class, and the importance of standing up for what is right.

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E.L. Konigsburg

The Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler

This book tells the story of Claudia, a young girl who runs away from home and takes refuge in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. There, she and her brother Jamie uncover a mystery involving a statue and a wealthy woman named Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler. Like Boy/Girl Battle, this book explores themes of adventure, discovery, and the importance of independence and self-reliance.

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