ASD Libraries: MS Reading: Recommendations

Recommendations by Grade

In the linked pages please find lists of 20 or more books per grade which we consider to be "Great Reads" that are suitable for that age and developmental level. All suggested books are available as physical copies and / or on our Sora Reading application.

The book links will take you to the title in our catalog.

23-24 Core Collections by Grade

Websites with good recommendations for Middle Grade

Reading Middle Grade
A variety of book lists to suit all ages and reading levels.
K-12 Reading list
The list of books for grade 6-8 students features a diverse selection of titles for 10 to 14-year-olds including must-read series, challenging novels, and texts for reluctant readers.
A Mighty Girl
A Mighty Girl's book section features over 4,000 girl-empowering books with over 200 book categories to explore.
Ms Ying Ling Reads
a middle grade book blog covering genres like adventure, fantasy, history, humour and more. The blog's focus is on realistic, middle grade fiction, middle grade nonfiction, young adult fiction suitable for ages 11-14, and some pictures reviews.
Diverse Books Summer Reading
Oftentimes these works often don't receive the marketing and promotion that blockbuster books get, and so we want to do our part in raising the profile of diverse books and bringing them to a larger audience.