Danny the Champion of the World (2013)

Danny the Champion of the World (2013)

by Roald Dahl

ISBN: 9780142410332

Interest Level by Scholastic: Gr.3-5  Reading Level by Scholastic: Gr.5.5

Interest Level by AR: Middle Grade  Reading Level by AR: Gr.4.7

Interest Level by Follett: Gr.3-6  Reading Level by AR: Gr.5.0
Lexile: 770L  DRA: 50  Guided Reading (Fountas & Pinnell): T
  Age: 9+    UK Equivalent: Key Stage 2

Type: Chapter Book, UK Book     Genre: Family Story  Theme: Family, Friendship

Summary: Can Danny and his father outsmart the villainous Mr. Hazell? Danny has a life any boy would love; his home is a gypsy caravan, he's the youngest master car mechanic around, and his best friend is his dad, who never runs out of wonderful stories to tell. But one night Danny discovers a shocking secret that his father has kept hidden for years. Soon Danny finds himself the mastermind behind the most incredible plot ever attempted against nasty Victor Hazell, a wealthy landowner with a bad attitude. Can they pull it off? If so, Danny will truly be the champion of the world. (Credits: Scholastic)

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Wonder (2013)

Wonder (2013)

by R.J. Palacio

ISBN: 9780552565974

Interest Level by Scholastic: Grade 5-7  Reading Level by Scholastic: Gr.4.8

Lexile: 790L     DRA: 50   Guided Reading Program (Fountas and Pinnell):U

  Age: 9+    UK Equivalent: Key Stage 2  

Type: Chapter Book, UK Book     Genre: School Story  Theme: Illness, Disability

Summary:August Pullman is not an ordinary ten-year-old kid. Sure, he's a huge Star Wars fan, he loves his dog, and he's got a pretty good sense of humor. But August was born with a craniofacial abnormality — a genetic defect that caused his facial features to be severely deformed. His life has never been "normal."

Despite his differences, August and his parents decide to transition him from home school to private school now that he's entering fifth grade. It's the start of middle school, they reason, so everyone will be new. But August has to deal with so much more than just being new. Will he make friends? Will he decide to stay at the school? And can the people around him learn to see past his appearance?

This brilliant, sensitive story — narrated not only by August, but also by his older sister, his classmates, and other kids in his life — takes an insightful look at how one person's differences can affect the lives of so many others.(Credits to Scholastic)

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Blueberries for Sal

 

Blueberries for Sal (1987)

by Robert McCloskey

ISBN: 0-14-050169-X

Interest Level by Scholastic: K-Grade 2  Reading Level by Scholastic: Gr.3.8

Interest Level by AR: Lower Grade  Reading Level by AR: Gr.4.1

Lexile: AD890L     DRA: 24    Guided Reading Program (Fountas and Pinnell): M  Age: 8+    UK Equivalent: Key Stage 2

Type: Picture Book, US Book     Genre: Award-Winning Story, Read-Aloud Story, Caldecott Honor  Theme: Summer

Synopsis:In this classic picture book, little Sal becomes so involved in her blueberry picking, she doesn't notice that she's following the wrong mother — an equally startled mother bear! (Credits to Scholastic)

Eleven

Eleven (The Winnie Years)(2005)

by Lauren Myracle

ISBN: 9780142403464

Interest Level by Scholastic: Grade 3-7  Reading Level by Scholastic: Gr.3.7

Interest Level by AR: Middle Grade   Reading Level by AR: Gr.4.4

Interest Level by Follett: Grade 3-6     Reading Level by Follett: Gr.4.6

Lexile: 730L     DRA: 50   Guided Reading Program(Fountas and Pinnell): T

 Age: 8+    UK Equivalent: Key Stage 2   

Type: Chapter Book, US Book     Genre: Realistic Story  Theme:Friendship

Synopsis:
Starting with her birthday in March, every chapter brings a new month and a new event in Winnie's life. From surviving her teenage sister's grumpy mood swings in April to dealing with prissy new rival Gail Grayson in September, there's a calendar full of the ups and downs of being eleven years old.
Especially hard for Winnie is the growing distance between herself and her best friend, Amanda, as both girls grow into different social circles. Add to that Winnie's older sister, a feisty new kitten, and a first crush, and Winnie may undergo more than one surprising change by her twelfth birthday.
The big and little moments of Winnie's year are captured with honesty and warmth, and her sharp observations and infectious enthusiasm make for hilarious storytelling. Eleven-year-olds of all ages will discover themselves in this winning young heroine on the brink of adolescence.

 (Credits to Scholastic)

Thirteen

Thirteen (2009)

by Lauren Myracle

ISBN: 9780142413708

Interest Level by AR: Middle Grade +   Reading Level by AR: Gr.4.1

Interest Level by Follett: Grade 3-6   Reading Level by Follett: Gr.4.1

 Age: 9+    UK Equivalent: Key Stage 3   

Type: Chapter Book, US Book     Genre: Family Story, Realistic Fiction

Synopsis: Winnie's thirteenth year brings many joys and challenges as she negotiates her relationship with her first boyfriend and realizes that change is inevitable in her friends, family, and even herself.    (Credits to Follett)

One of Each

One of Each (2000)

by Mary Ann Hoberman and Marjorie Priceman

ISBN: 9780316366441

Interest Level by Scholastic: Gr.3-5   Reading Level by Scholastic: Gr.2.5

Interest Level by AR: Lower Grade    RL by AR: Gr.4.2

IL by Follett: K-Gr.3    RL by Follett: Gr.3.7

 Lexile: 430L     DRA: 20   Guided Reading(Fountas and Pinnell): L

Age: 7+    UK Equivalent: Key Stage 2   Theme: Sharing

Type: Picture Book, US Book     Genre: Story in Rhyme

Synopsis: Living all alone in his perfect little house, Oliver Tolliver has only one of everything in his home, until one day Oliver discovers that two of everything is even better, because sharing makes room for friends.  This humorous picture book carries a gentle message and speaks to every child's experience.  "Snappy illustrations, featuring stylish decor and vibrant colors." — Horn Book (Credits to Scholastic)

To Dance : a Ballerina's Graphic Novel

To Dance : a Ballerina's Graphic Novel (2007 )

by Siena Cherson Ciegel

ISBN: 9781416926870

        Interest Level by Scholastic: Gr.6-8   Reading Level by Scholastic: Gr.3.5

        IL by AR: Middle Grade   RL by AR: Gr.3.8

IL by Follett: Gr.3-6    RL by Follett: Gr.4.4

Lexile: GN610L

  Age: 8+    UK Equivalent: Upper Key Stage 2

Type: Chapter Book, US Book     Genre: Graphic Novel     Theme: Dance, Biography

Synopsis:  Follows the life and career of a ballerina, detailing her dance school experiences, performances, and personal life. Presented in graphic novel format.      (Credits to Follett)

Down to the Sea with Mr. Magee

Down to the Sea with Mr. Magee (2000)

by Chris Van Dusen

Interest Level by AR: Lower Grade   Reading Level by AR: Gr.4.2

IL by Follett: K-Gr.3    RL by Follett: Gr.3.9

        Age: 8+    UK Equivalent: Key Stage 2   Theme: Animals

Type: Picture Book, US Book     Genre: Story in Rhyme

Synopsis:  While spending the day in their boat on the sea, Mr. Magee and his dog get caught up in wacky adventures with a playful pod of whales. (Credits to Follett)

You Can't Eat Your Chicken Pox, Amber Brown

You Can't Eat Your Chicken Pox, Amber Brown (1996)

by Paula Danziger

ISBN: 078073003990

Interest Level by Scholastic: Gr.3-5   Reading Level by Scholastic: Gr.4.3

        IL by AR: Middle Grade   RL by AR: Gr.3.5

Lexile: 650L     DRA: 30    Guided Reading(Fountas and Pinnell): N

  Age: 8+    UK Equivalent: Upper Key Stage 2

Type: Chapter Book, US Book     Genre: Funny Story

Synopsis:  It's finally summer and Amber Brown is going to London to visit her aunt Pam and then to Paris to visit with her father. She is one excited kid before she goes. And one itchy kid when she arrives. Mosquito bites, she thinks. Chicken pox, she finds out. Is her vacation completely ruined? And now that she can't go to Paris, how will she be able to convince her dad to move back home? (Credits to Scholastic)

Night of the New Magicians

Night of the New Magicians (2007)

by Mary Pope Osborne

ISBN: 9780545034593

Interest Level by Scholastic: Gr.3-5   Reading Level by Scholastic: Gr.3.1

        IL by AR: Lower Grade   RL by AR: Gr.4.0

IL by Follett: Gr.3-6    RL by Follett: Gr.4.0

Lexile: 590L     DRA: 40    Guided Reading(Fountas and Pinnell): N

  Age: 8+    UK Equivalent: Upper Key Stage 2

Type: Chapter Book, UK Book     Genre: Historical Fiction, Fantasy Story

Synopsis:  Merlin sends Jack and Annie on a mysterious mission to Paris, France, over a 100 years ago. There they must find four magicians and give them an urgent message from Merlin himself. When Jack and Annie land in Paris, they make their way to the 1889 World's Fair. Below the Eiffel Tower, built especially for the fair, there are thousands of exhibits from all over the world. But how will Jack and Annie find the magicians in the crowds of people? And who are the magicians anyway? Jack and Annie are about to find out in another adventure filled with history, magic, and amazing surprises! (Credits to Scholastic)

George's Marvelous Medicine

George's Marvelous Medicine (1998)

by Roald Dahl

ISBN: 9780141301112

Interest Level by Scholastic: Gr.4-6   Reading Level by Scholastic: Gr.5.5

        IL by AR: Middle Grade   RL by AR: Gr.4.0

Lexile: 640L     DRA: 38    Guided Reading(Fountas and Pinnell): P

  Age: 9+    UK Equivalent: Upper Key Stage2

Type: Chapter Book, UK Book     Genre: Classic Story, Funny Story

Synopsis:  George is alone again with his Grandma. Most Grandmas are sweet and friendly — but not George's Grandma! She's nasty, she yells at George all the time, and she might even be a witch! George has had enough of his grouchy Grandma. He thinks the solution might be to replace her regular medicine with some marvelous medicine that he will make out of all sorts of ingredients. George's medicine works so marvelously well that Grandma — and his family — will never be the same again! (Credits to Scholastic)

Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing

Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing (2003 )

by Judy Blume

ISBN: 9780439559867

Interest Level by Scholastic: Gr.3-5   Reading Level by Scholastic: Gr.4.9

        IL by AR: Middle Grade   RL by AR: Gr.3.3

Lexile: 470L     DRA: 40    Guided Reading(Fountas and Pinnell): Q

  Age: 8+    UK Equivalent: Upper Key Stage2

Type: Chapter Book, US Book     Genre: Manners, Funny Story

Synopsis:  Life with his little brother, two-year-old Fudge, makes Peter Hatcher feel like a fourth grade nothing. Whether Fudge is throwing a temper tantrum in a shoe store, smearing mashed potatoes on the walls at Hamburger Heaven, or trying to fly, he’s never far from trouble. He’s an almost three-year-old terror who gets away with everything, and Peter’s had it up to here!

When Fudge walks off with Dribble, Peter’s pet turtle, it’s the last straw. Peter has put up with Fudge for too long. Way too long! How can he get his parents to pay attention to him for a change?(Credits to Scholastic)

The Tear Thief

The Tear Thief (2011 )

by Carol Ann Duffy

ISBN: 978-1-84686-621-0

        Interest Level by AR: Lower Grade   Reading Level by AR: Gr.4.3

  Age: 9+    UK Equivalent: Upper Key Stage2

Type: Picture Book, US Book     Genre: Award-Winning Story

Synopsis:  In the evening, between supper and bedtime, an invisible fairy slips into homes to steal tears of shame, fear, pain, and sadness and then climbs to the moon, where she transforms the sack full of droplets into something wonderful. (Credits to Scholastic)

Bone : Crown of Horns

Bone : Crown of Horns (2009 )

by Jeff Smith

ISBN: 9780439706322

Interest Level by Scholastic: Gr.6-8   Reading Level by Scholastic: Gr.4.3

        IL by AR: Middle Grade   RL by AR: Gr.2.4

IL by Follett: Gr.3-6    RL by Follett: Gr.4.1

Lexile: GN340L     DRA: 60     Guided Reading(Fountas and Pinnell): W

  Age: 7+    UK Equivalent: Key Stage2

Type: It's full-fledged war as Briar, the rat creatures, and the Pawan army storm the city of Atheia. The Bone cousins, Thorn, and Gran'ma Ben are all there to defend the Valley and stop the return of the Lord of the Locusts.

When Thorn goes inside a ghost circle, she hears a voice urging her to seek the Crown of Horns. What follows is another dangerous journey for Thorn and loyal Fone Bone as they race to the sacred grounds of the dragons, searching for the one thing that may save them all.

This is the breathtaking conclusion to Jeff Smith's nine-book graphic novel series. (Credits to Scholastic)