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Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone

By J.K. Rowling

Orphan Harry learns he is a wizard on his 11th birthday when Hagrid escorts him to Hogwarts.

As a baby, his mother's love protected him and vanquished Voldemort, leaving Harry famous as “The Boy who Lived.” With Hermione and Ron, Harry faces mysteries at school and must confront the return of “He Who Must Not Be Named.”

(You can request a specific book in the series, or ask to read them all)

A Wrinkle in Time

By Madeleine L'Engle

A strange visitor draws Meg, Charles Wallace, and their friend Calvin into a dangerous, universe-spanning adventure.

Wonder

By R. J. Palacio

August Pullman, born with a facial difference, starts at a mainstream school and just wants to be treated like any other kid.

The Secret Garden

By Frances Hodgson Burnett

Mary Lennox returns to England after losing her parents and discovers a locked, walled garden on her uncle's estate.

Mary is sent to live with her uncle, whom she has never met. As she explores her new home, she uncovers the mystery of the garden and the changes it brings to everyone around her.

The Penderwicks

By Jeanne Birdsall

Four sisters spend a magical summer exploring an estate full of gardens, surprises, and a new friend named Jeffrey.

With adventures at every turn—and warnings from an icy-hearted adult—the Penderwicks discover what makes a summer unforgettable.

(You can request a specific book in the series, or ask to read them all)

Harriet the Spy

By Louise Fitzhugh

Harriet keeps a secret notebook of observations—until it's discovered, sparking chaos and hard lessons about honesty.

Frindle

By Andrew Clements

Nick decides a pen should be called a “frindle,” and his idea turns into a school-wide (and then national) phenomenon.

Pax

By Sara Pennypacker

As war approaches, Peter is forced to leave behind his fox, Pax—then risks everything to find him again.

The Secret School

By Avi

When a one-room schoolhouse closes, Ida tries to keep it open in secret—because even a secret school needs a teacher.

The World According to Humphrey

By Betty G. Birney

Humphrey the hamster learns about life while spending weekends with different students from Room 26.

With a busy classroom, big adventures, and plenty of friends, Humphrey's life is almost perfect— except when it feels like the teacher is out to get him!

Where the Red Fern Grows

By Wilson Rawls

Billy and his two coonhounds, Old Dan and Little Ann, form an unforgettable hunting team—full of adventure and heart.

Third Grade Angels

By Jerry Spinelli

Suds wants to win “the halo” for best behavior—but discovers that always being good is harder than it sounds.

Suds starts to wonder: does being good count if nobody sees it? And does he have to be good outside of school too?