Twins Rowan and Rhydd are born into a royal family with their futures set for them: Rowan will be Queen and Rhydd will be the Royal Monster Hunter. 40 Things I Want to Tell You by Alice Kuipers Sara Cassidy is a journalist, editor and author living in Victoria. She is the author of several YA novels, including Violet Eyes and Silver Eyes. Audience Relations, CBC P.O. The power of music is a theme in Broken Strings by Canadian co-authors Eric Walters and Kathy Kacer. Edeet Ravel is an novelist born in Israel and raised in Montreal. New Releases: Children’s Middle Grade Books 455 Results. This event sets Jaxon off on an adventure to find his best friend's sister, Kavita, who just might be the dragon thief. Former prison guard Kenzie and her friends escaped Sanctuary (barely). The Ghost Collector is for readers aged 10 and up. Read an excerpt and see the cover of Brian Francis's first YA novel Break in Case of Emergency. My Totem Came Calling is for readers aged 14 and up. She catches ghosts in her hair and helps them transition to the afterlife. Peacock is the author of several children's books, including the popular Boy Sherlock Holmes series and the Dylan Maple adventure series. When a middle-school student learns his older brother has run away from home, he becomes sad and depressed. It's a look at what it means to be alive and willing to fight for rights in the world. Set during the First World War in Canada, the narrative traces Rilla's development from a self-obsessed fifteen-year-old girl to a mature and brave nineteen-year-old. Brian Francis is a writer and columnist for The Next Chapter on CBC Radio. We Rise, We Resist, We Raise Our Voices. Luiken is an Edmonton-based science fiction and speculative fiction writer. Kathy Kacer is a Toronto-based author whose parents were both survivors of the Holocaust. Treggiari is also the author of Ashes, Ashes, a YA novel which takes place in a post-apocalyptic New York City after numerous natural disasters have left the population decimated. Just Lucky looks at life inside the foster care system and the children affected by it. Showing: All middle grade books alpha by author ... Set in 1978 in Newfoundland, Canada, this middle-grade novel weaves together a family history and a curse. Containment is for readers aged 14 and up. Middle Grade Books (Grades 4-8) are most generally aimed towards readers roughly between the ages of 8-12 years. Break in Case of Emergency is for readers aged 14 and up. The Very, Very Far North is a middle-grade novel set in the Arctic. It's 2002 — one year after the 9/11 attacks — and Shirli and Zayde are two students auditioning for a role in the school production of Fiddler on the Roof. But when he struggles with his gaming skills, instead of being excited for the trip, Jaden starts to worry. The first, Summerwood, begins as 12-year-old Rosalind travels to Toronto to spend the summer with her teenage sister Julie and their grandfather, the author of a famous children's fantasy series. Musariri is a poet, screenwriter and children's author based in Zimbabwe. It looks at historical events to reflect an underrepresented Indigenous perspective of our collective past and how to move on in the present and future. In The Grey Sisters by Jo Treggiari, two best friends, D and Spider, deal with the aftermath of a plane crash by heading back to the crash site to find out what really happened. Books Set in Canada Showing 1-30 of 803 The Call of the Wild by. Most have province-wide examinations in numeracy and literacy at select grade levels and then some have core-subject tests for high school graduation. Odette finds herself caught up in a mystery about the town, one that might lead her to find riches and a place to belong at last. His other young adult books include Breakaway and Face-Off. YA Books Set in Canada. 7 Middle-Grade Chapter Books I'm Loving, Summer 2018 | Imagination Soup says: at Willa of the Wood by Robert Beatty HISTORICAL FANTASY Set in the time of early American settlers, this is a beautiful story of love about a night-spirit still connected to the powerful wood magic of her ancestors. Jack London. When You Ask Me Where I'm Going by Jasmin Kaur is a mix of poetry, prose and artwork. She's also the author of the Cainsville and Otherworld series. Jaden has been invited to New York City to test out a new version of the game Cross Ups. Their stories share similar situations — loss of parenting, dislocation, poverty, truancy, addiction, discrimination —  and explores the effects of youth crime, the aftermath and how society treats these individuals. Feral by Nicole Luiken is about a teenager named Chloe, who has one big worry: that she won't live up to her lupine legacy — a child with werewolf heritage — to become a werewolf herself. Vancouver-based Kaur is an illustrator, spoken word artist and author. A Royal Guide to Monster Slaying is for readers aged 10-14. When Kenzie intercepts a radio signal, she knows what they have to do next: turn themselves in and destroy the spaceship. Chiang is a teacher and author of middle-grade books. Spin is a YA novel about a teenage girl named Delilah who wants to be a DJ. Colleen Nelson is a YA author based in Winnipeg. Duane is a polar bear who is looking for somewhere to belong. Best Books for Middle Grade Readers. Here are 5 must-read middle-grade books set for a fall launch. Summerwood/Winterwood contains two linked fantasy stories about a young girl named Rosalind Hero Cheung. Arno intends to enter a local radio contest, with the winner getting a chance to meet renowned astronomer Jean Slayter-Appleton, otherwise known as Arno's idol. One Boy's War by Lynne Huggins-Cooper - Sixteen-year-old Sydney is overwhelmed by the excitement of the 1914 recruitment campaigns and the bravado of men leaving for the Great War. But when Shelly's mom dies, she stops helping the ghosts and starts hoarding them, as she waits for her mother's ghost to arrive. Matt plunges into depression but after landing an internship at the Justice Project, an organization that defends the wrongly convicted, he starts a friendship with social activist Sonya Livingstone. Her Cross Ups series was inspired by her video game-loving students. Gwen was enrolled at a boarding school in Chefoo when the Japanese Imperial Army invaded her country. Along with his friends —  like Major Puff the puffin, Handsome the musk ox and Boo the caribou — Duane learns that life is always an adventure. Fourteen-year-old Harbour lives in a tent in a Toronto ravine with her dog and a dwindling food supply. Her approach to writing has drawn comparisons to Canadian poet Rupi Kaur and American writer Elizabeth Acevedo. She is a poet, teacher and writer for children and young adults. When you can read it: Spin is now available. Abandoned by her mother at a young age, Lucky lives with her grandparents. Together, they take on a cold case involving a convicted, yet possibly innocent, man. She lives with her brother and father above the vinyl record store they run together. Canada 150: Ten Amazing Children's Books. Along the way, the pair seek answers as they cope with grief, danger and an attack that changes their lives forever. Betcherman is a Toronto-based author and screenwriter. Fill your classroom library with nonfiction and fiction classic and contemporary page-turners like Hatchet, The Lightning Thief, Prisoner B-3087, and Esperanza Rising. Jasbina "Jassie" Dhillon has feelings for her two best friends, Ams and Sydney. The Ghost Collector by Allison Mills is about a young girl named Shelly with an important job. Add to Bag. Pseudonyms will no longer be permitted. May we all dream of one day being accepted to the boarding school of our dreams. When one finds an old violin in her Jewish grandfather's attic, a family secret is uncovered and the experience changes the lives of all involved. Nesch is a German author who lives in Lethbridge, Alta. The Stone Rainbow by Liane Shaw is about a teenager named Jack Pedersen. Jessica Scott Kerrin writes YA and middle-grade novels, including 2017's The Better Tree Fort. In 1941 Europe, tensions are high. His other books include the Ehrich Weisz Chronicles and the Keepers of the Vault series. A Boy is Not a Bird is for readers aged 9-12. These award-winning books of historical fiction for middle-grade readers are all excellent stories. Closed Captioning and Described Video is available for many CBC shows offered on CBC Gem. The Dragon Thief is for readers aged 8-12. Sign me up for news about Children’s Books . After Jack came out as gay to his mother, his life has never been the same. This was the biggest change I had to make when switching to writing middle grade, and the most challenging. Yellowhorn is an academic and author from the Peigan Indian Reserve (Piikani Nation). She is a member of the Order of Canada. Marty Chan's middle-grade novel Kung Fu Master is about a teenager named Jon Wong. Comments are welcome while open. In The Justice Project by Michael Betcherman, a snowboarding accident leaves high school football champion Matt Barnes permanently disabled. It is a priority for CBC to create a website that is accessible to all Canadians including people with visual, hearing, motor and cognitive challenges. He won the Governor General's Literary Award for poetry in 2002 for Surrender. But now they are on a stolen alien spaceship. In 2014, he received the Vicky Metcalf Award for Literature for Young People, which recognizes children's authors for their entire body of work. When he's put in charge of taking care of baby dragons, he discovers that one is missing. Zhang is an award-winning animator and illustrator of children's books. Rising Star is for readers aged 9 and up. At first, it seems as though Ams and Sydney hate each other, but it turns out the opposite is true. Literary or mystery, comic or graphic, historical or out of this world, here are 100 young adult books that will make you proud to be Canadian. The teens all come from different socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations and ethnicities. Please enter a valid email address. Rosalind has not recovered from her trip to Summerwood and is getting into trouble at school. My Story Starts Here tells the stories of real kids who share how they've coped with and overcome trauma. But when her absent-minded grandmother accidentally sets the kitchen on fire, Lucky finds herself homeless and is sent into foster care. Fagan has written YA novels, picture books and fiction for adults. Delilah is learning about DJing from her brother's friend and life is pretty good and pretty normal. Sign up. Sara Cassidy's middle-grade novel Nevers is set in 1799 France. edited by Wayne Hudson and Cheryl Willis Hudson. https://www.nytimes.com/books/best-sellers/middle-grade-paperback-monthly But what will happen when he's asked to prove it? After a fateful incident, Jack must come to terms with who he is and what he stands for. Mills is a writer based in Vancouver. When you can read it: A Royal Guide to Monster Slaying is now available. Here are eight books to help middle grade readers learn more about World War II—with tales set everywhere from Europe, to Korea, to America. Harwood-Jones is a writer, artist and filmmaker based in Toronto. When you can read it: Containment is now available. box-sets and bundles for your students. Why Cary Fagan has a love-hate relationship with words. The second instalment of the Dragons in a Bag book series for middle-grade readers follows the fantasy adventures of young Jaxon and his life with dragons. list created March 18th, 2017 5 must-read middle grade books due out this fall. Even though Natt knows that there's a war going on, he's still frustrated that his family treats him like a child. Eric Walters is a Canadian author of YA novels and picture books and a recipient of the Order of Canada. But suddenly Rowan unexpectedly gets her wish to hunt monsters — and if she fails, her entire kingdom will fall with her. The Collected Works of Gretchen Oyster is for readers aged 10-14. Browse through over 3000+ collections. The Ghost Collector is a middle-grade novel inspired by Mills's great-grandmother's life and influenced by her Cree heritage. Read more: 26 best Canadian books for big kids Shane Peacock on the high-wire act of writing. Duane is a polar bear who is looking for somewhere to belong. Her other books include Blood Brothers and Finding Hope. 1. Safe Harbour is a YA novel that looks at homelessness through the eyes of a teenager. His partner, Slavia Miki, is an author and life coach. What the Eagle Sees is a follow-up to 2017's Turtle Island. Can he become the gamer he once was without sacrificing who he is now? Monique Polak has published 12 novels for young adults. Children’s Middle Grade Hardcover - December 27, 2020 Children’s Middle Grade Hardcover - December 27, 2020. The Taste of Rain is a YA novel set in China in 1945. And it’s not just kids who do these things–it’s adults as well. Told in the animal's voice, and featuring colour illustrations by Stéphane Jorisch, it's a book about the remarkable adventures of a remarkable creature. Based in Bracebridge, Ont., Christina Kilbourne is the author of novels Detached and Dear Jo. 5) Middle Grade characters don’t overthink. The pre-teen has his heart set on becoming an astronomer — only thing is, he's prone to bouts of claustrophobia. Canada 150: Books for Our Littlest Readers and the "Big People" Who Read With Them Canada 150: Sweet, Silly, Serious- We've Got It All! But when the Russians move into his small town of Zastavna and local authorities start to round up deportees bound for Siberia, Natt witnesses and experiences harsh events that force him to grow up faster than he'd like. In Melanie Florence's Just Lucky, Lucky is a teen who has been anything but. 3.88 avg rating — 346,820 ratings. The Ghost Collector is her first book. Song for a Whale by Lynne Kelly. Also … The three of them form an unconventional polyamorous relationship that works at camp — but what will happen once camp ends? Edgar Brim has returned to London and is back at work at the London Hospital. Two of her books, What World Is Left and Hate Mail, both won the Quebec Writers' Federation Award for children's and young adult literature. Reviewed: Aug. 1, 2018. We Three by Markus Harwood-Jones is a YA romance novel about three teenage girls at summer camp. Slavia Miki and Roy Miki's Peggy is a fun story about one charming guinea pig. A Song for China is for readers aged 10 and up. His friends at school assume that because he's Chinese, he's good at math and science. 100 young adult books that make you proud to be Canadian. Canada 150: Ten Powerful Historical Novels. Lix is a YA fantasy writer based in Alberta. Tami Charles is a former teacher and the author of picture books, middle grade and young adult novels, and nonfiction. Currently, the publishing house is seeking titles in non-fiction, early chapter books, middle-grade fiction, and picture books. Rosalind undertakes a dangerous and costly journey into Summerwood in order to save her sister. They wind up in an otherworldly town called Nevers, which features a range of strange yet interesting characters. The Justice Project is for readers aged 12 and up. Box 500 Station A Toronto, ON Canada, M5W 1E6. Read 52 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. He is also the author of the novel Natural Order. From the publisher: “In the spirit of modern-day classics like Fish in … For a book described as “middle grade,” publishers, librarians, booksellers, and teachers widely embrace the basic definition: books intended for readers eight to 12 years old. This copy is for your personal, noncommercial use only. Treaties, reconciliation and Indigenous history in Canada. The worst writing advice Eric Walters ever received. Obviously Harry Potter makes this list, and even other well-known powerhouses like Looking for Alaska use this boarding school setting well, but I’ve tried to compile recent and lesser-known must-read books set in boarding schools. Grounded by her exasperated mother, Rosalind runs away to Toronto and is confronted by an old enemy from Summerwood. The Grey Sisters is for readers aged 12 and up. Edgar's experiencing night terrors, and when he decides to do something about them, he realizes they might not all be just in his head. They aren’t thinking about how they fit into the larger world, like in YA books. 9. When You Ask Me Where I'm Going is for readers aged 14 and up. We are experiencing technical difficulties. Ship of Dolls book. But the discovery of a series of mysterious handmade postcards scattered through his town takes his mind off his own troubles as he sets out to find out who the mysterious culprit might be. Academic Eldon Yellowhorn again works with author Kathy Lowinger to continue an examination of the lasting impact of settler culture on the Indigenous community. Jack's mom is having difficulty accepting him for who he is — and complicating matters is Jack's newfound feelings for Benjamin, the new student in town. (Howard Wallace, P.I., #1), The Missing Magic (The Magical Animal Adoption Agency, #3), Irena's Children: A True Story of Courage. A Boy is Not a Bird is a middle-grade novel set during the Second World War. We reserve the right to close comments at any time. The Collected Works of Gretchen Oyster is a middle-grade novel by prolific author Cary Fagan. During World War II, 10-year-old Norah and her brother are sent away from their parents in England to navigate a new life in Canada, in this touching historical account. Yellowhorn explores the mythology and folklore of his Indigenous ancestors and in how the past informs the present in his books. The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl is a thoughtful coming-of-age story about a girl genius with OCD whose grandma wants her to go to public middle school to make one friend, read one non-math book, and join one school activity. Chan is a children's book author based in Edmonton. The Very, Very Far North is a middle-grade novel set in the Arctic. But when the new boy in town challenges Arno's love of science, he realizes that sometimes dreams don't always come true. Some of its recent titles are ‘My Canada’, ‘You Are Never Alone’ and ‘Camp Average’. Building a middle-grade book Generally, middle-grade fiction should be somewhere around 40 – 50,000 words. Please try again later. Rising Star is the third book in the middle-grade video game series Cross Ups by Sylv Chiang, with art by Connie Choi. As a teacher, she made... 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After a conversation with an old aunt, Chanda embarks on a journey to an ancestral village where she learns more about herself and her African heritage. And when they find out that he likes to pretend to be a martial arts warrior, rumours spread that Jon isn't a nerd — he's a kung fu master. Activity & Novelty Books Board Books Boxed Sets Chapter Books Guided Reading Levels Media Tie-In Middle Grade Books Picture Books Spanish Language Test Preparation Browse Subgenres Action & Adventure Fantasy Historical Mystery & Detective Sports Florence is the author of the YA novels The Missing, He Who Dreams, Rez Runaway and One Night, the picture books Missing Nimama and Stolen Words and the nonfiction book Righting Canada's Wrongs: Residential Schools. The awards won by this group include the prestigious John Newbery Medal, the Scott O’Dell Prize for Historical Fiction, and the National Book Award for Young People's Literature. Paperback $7.99. His poem Yellow River Cantata, this year celebrating its 80th anniversary, became the anthem of Chinese national spirit. When this secret gets out, Delilah's world changes forever. Manitoba-born Roy Miki is a poet, scholar, editor and Order of Canada recipient. by. But Miss E., one of their teachers from Chefoo, has come up with an unusual scheme that helps Gwen and her friends stay positive and optimistic that a better day will come soon. The book aims to spark debate around themes of mental health, feminism, immigration and personal empowerment. Read full book review > CHILDREN'S. A Royal Guide to Monster Slaying is the first middle-grade book from bestselling YA author Kelley Armstrong. Together, they discover family secrets and lies as they race against time to realize their true destiny. 154 books — 88 voters Anne and Friends. Please note that CBC does not endorse the opinions expressed in comments. Her life changes after meeting Marcus, a young feral who is trapped in his wolf form. My Totem Came Calling by Blessing Musariri and Thorsten Nesch follows Chanda, a Zimbabwe teen suffering from black outs and memory lapses, which become even more worrisome when she starts seeing a zebra in the weirdest of places. E.L. Chen is an author and illustrator based in Ontario. Shaw's other YA books include Caterpillars Can't Swim, Fostergirls, The Color of Silence and Don't Tell, Don't Tell, Don't Tell. Just Lucky is for readers aged 13 and up. Winterwood picks up three years later. She has written more than 10 books geared young readers. Containment is the second book in Caryn Lix's Sanctuary series. Read 90 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. Elliott was born in Ajax, Ont., and has lived in the United States for the past 20 years. After meeting a fellow homeless girl named Lisa, Harbour is forced to survive on her own. Great Books to Give the Kids This Holiday. Sanctuary was her first book. The 50 Best Books for 11- and 12-Year-Olds 15 Classics That 8- to 12-Year-Olds Say Are Worth Reading Today The Most Exciting Middle Grade & Chapter Books Hitting Shelves in 2021 Popular Topics Books Boys Love Books Girls Love Action & Adventure You must have a goodreads account to vote. Seeking Refuge book. Break in Case of Emergency follows Toby Goodman, a teen whose father left their small town before she was born and whose mother dies by suicide when she's a young girl. How Melanie Florence turned the stories of missing and murdered Indigenous women into a children's book, Read an excerpt and see the cover of Brian Francis's first YA novel, 13 Canadian works of fantastical fiction for young readers, Elizabeth Acevedo's 'searing, unflinching' debut, Roy Miki reflects on the power of English over his Japanese Canadian parents, Why Zetta Elliott had to decolonize her mind to write the children's book Dragons in a Bag. Ange Zhang shares the story of his father, Guang Weiran, in the picture book A Song for China. What the Eagle Sees is for readers aged 11 and up. The Taste of Rain is for readers aged 9-12. This middle grade book does an excellent job of putting the reader in August’s shoes and showing what it’s like to be the person who is always stared at, or avoided, or whispered about. Looking to expand your classroom library or learning resources? Guang Weiran was a writer, activist and military leader who used art to fight for social justice in China during the Second Sino-Japanese War. Rowan wants nothing more than to switch places with her brother. The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl by Stacy McAnulty REALISTIC / BOOKS ABOUT MENTAL ILLNESS – OCD My daughter and I love this book! So, if you think your book is entertaining enough to grab their attention, check their submission guidelines on this page. Deborah Ellis on what she would be if she wasn't a writer. The epic novel that gives YA sci-fi writer Caryn Lix courage. A young teen named Odette and her mother Anneline are on the run after a string of misadventures. Armstrong is best known for her Darkest Powers and Darkness Rising series. He worked with B.C.-based illustrator Kelly Pousette to make The Very, Very Far North. For nearly two and a half years, Gwen, along with more than 140 other children, has been living in an internment camp in northern China and is forced to do hard labour. Based in Vancouver, Dan Bar-el is a children's author and educator whose books include Audrey (cow) and Not Your Typical Dragon. When she finds out that her estranged father is coming back to town and wants to meet her, Toby must try to make sense of her life amid surprising revelations about her family history. Her previous novel, The Good Brother, was published in 2015. Lists are re-scored approximately every 5 minutes. She has a mysterious that past involves an absent father and a 36-foot sailboat. Snow Treasure. His other teen romances include Just Julian and Romeo for Real. In particular, the first book in a series should be about this length, with room to expand as the series continues. By submitting a comment, you accept that CBC has the right to reproduce and publish that comment in whole or in part, in any manner CBC chooses. Their stay takes a turn when Julie disappears and Rosalind discovers the dark truth behind the mythical land their grandfather wrote about in his books. It's the summer of 1961 and for young Arno, it's a time of scientific wonder and discovery. To encourage thoughtful and respectful conversations, first and last names will appear with each submission to CBC/Radio-Canada's online communities (except in children and youth-oriented communities). In Ontario, students are assessed by the province in mathematics, reading and writing at grades 3 and 6; in mathematics at grade 9, and literacy at grade 10. The survival of humanity is at stake. Broken Strings is for readers aged 10-14. Anything shorter than that would lean towards junior fiction, while books that are too long will turn kids off. Canada 150: Wonderful Picture Books That Are Perfect for Reading Aloud. Deborah Ellis is a Canadian writer of children's books, including the acclaimed Breadwinner series, now a film and graphic novel. Summerwood/Winterwood is for readers aged 14 and up. My Story Starts Here is for readers aged 12 and up. Comments on this story are moderated according to our Submission Guidelines. Her books, including Hiding Edith and Masters of Silence, explore the lives of young Jewish people who lived during the Second World War. Please make a selection. His first novel, Fruit, was a finalist for Canada Reads 2009. Check out the Canadian books that are coming out for YA and middle-grade readers this fall. But her family has a secret: Delilah's mom is one of the most famous singers on the planet. Add to Bag. 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