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Greenglass House Mr. Lemoncello and the Titanium Ticket The Westing Game Charlie and the Chocolate Factory These stories combine puzzles, competition, and mystery, following clever kids navigating high-stakes challenges, uncovering secrets, and using creativity and logic to succeed in unusual settings.   Here’s what they’re about   The Candymakers Four children are invited to compete in a famous candy factory’s annual contest to create the next best sweet. Each contestant bri

Big Nate Timmy Failure The Terrible Two These stories combine humour, school life, and quirky protagonists, following kids who navigate everyday challenges with creativity, confidence, and plenty of laugh-out-loud misadventures.   Here’s what they’re about   The Smartest Kid in the Universe Jake McQuade is an average kid who prefers video games and snacks to schoolwork — until a science experiment accidentally turns him into the smartest kid in the universe. Suddenly, Jake kn

The Bad Guys Dragon Rider Amari and the Night Brothers These stories blend humour, adventure, and unlikely heroes, following misfit characters who discover courage, friendship, and their own strengths in exciting, imaginative worlds.   Here’s what they’re about   How to Train Your Dragon Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III is the son of a Viking chief — but he’s not exactly the fierce warrior his tribe expects. When it’s time to train a dragon, Hiccup ends up with a small, stubborn

These books are perfect for kids who love mystery, creepy settings, and spooky vibes — without nightmares. Goosebumps: Night of the Living Dummy A fan-favourite Goosebumps title that delivers jumpy moments, creepy laughs, and a perfectly pitched scare level for ages 8–12. The Graveyard Book Atmospheric and gently spooky, with ghosts who are more charming than terrifying — ideal for confident readers who enjoy eerie settings. Small Spaces Creeping suspense, scarecrows, and a

The Bad Guys Captain Underpants Max Crumbly InvestiGators All of these titles lean into visual humour, silly scenarios, and high-energy storytelling that keeps reading fun and pressure-free. Here’s what they’re about Dog Man When a police officer and his loyal dog are injured in an accident, doctors save the day by combining them into one hero: Dog Man. Part dog, part man, and all heart, Dog Man must stop the evil Petey the Cat while navigating friendship, responsibility, and

It’s pure fun watching dynamic duos in middle grade books – those unstoppable pairs who bicker, banter, and somehow save the day together, proving that two heads (and twice the trouble) are always better than one.     Framed! – James Ponti Florian and Margaret use their smarts, sarcasm, and “Theory of All Small Things” to solve crimes — sometimes faster than the FBI.   Lemons – Melissa Savage Lemonade Liberty Witt and Tobin Sky team up to hunt Bigfoot — but end up finding fri

There’s wicked fun in stories with strange or suspicious neighbours — the ones who peer through curtains, bury odd boxes at midnight, and make kids wonder whether adventure (or danger) has just moved in next door.     Old Mr. Wetherbee – The View from Saturday by E.L. Konigsburg The oddball neighbour whose strange stories and unexpected wisdom tie together a group of suburban kids — and a mystery that spans generations.   Mr Benedict – The Mysterious Benedict Society by Trent

There’s nothing more fun than a middle grade heroine with a healthy dose of sass — sharp-witted, bold-hearted, and never afraid to speak her mind (even when it gets her into delicious trouble).   Stevie – The Mummy in the Attic by Mitch Mitchell Tom’s best friend and partner-in-chaos, Stevie is quick-witted, fearless, and not afraid to tell Tom when he’s being a doofus — her sass is only matched by her loyalty and big heart.   Ramona Quimby – Ramona Quimby, Age 8 by Beverly C

There’s irresistible fun in stories woven with secret spells and charms - where whispered words can open doors, shimmer in the air, and turn an ordinary school day into a dash of pure magic.   The Hotel Between – Sean Easley Cam discovers a magical hotel that can transport him anywhere in the world — but each room hides a secret, and one charm may be the key to finding his missing mother.   The Marvelwood Magicians – Diane Zahler A family of suburban magicians hiding their po

There’s delicious fun in mysteries set in suburbia - where nosy neighbours, creaky garages, and suspiciously perfect lawns hide secrets just begging to be uncovered by the kids next door. The Great Greene Heist – Varian Johnson Middle-school con artist Jackson Greene pulls off a suburban school election heist full of twists, teamwork, and clever scheming. Spy School – Stuart Gibbs A nerdy kid accidentally gets recruited by a junior division of the CIA and finds that even the

There’s a special kind of fun in adventure stories set in suburbia—where the quiet cul-de-sacs and tidy hedges hide secret maps, midnight missions, and mysteries waiting just beyond the letterbox. The Mummy in the Attic – Mitch Mitchell When Tom McNabb and his best friend Stevie find a strange mummy tucked away in the attic, their sleepy suburban world explodes into invisible mishaps, ancient magic, and backyard mayhem. The Fourteenth Goldfish – Jennifer L. Holm When Ellie’s

From loyal sidekicks to talking tricksters, animal characters in middle-grade books remind us of the wonder in seeing the world through different eyes - and the magic of friendships that cross every boundary. The Wild Robot – Peter Brown A stranded robot named Roz learns to live among wild animals, forming unexpected friendships and discovering what it means to belong. Pax – Sara Pennypacker A boy and his fox are separated by war but share an unbreakable bond in this tender,

There’s nothing quite like a funny middle grade book – the kind that makes you snort-laugh in public, grin through the gross bits, and discover that even the spookiest or strangest adventures can leave you giggling. The Super Life of Ben Braver – Marcus Emerson When Ben accidentally lands in a secret school for kids with superpowers, his hilarious attempts to fit in cause more explosions than heroics. Frazzled: Everyday Disasters and Impending Doom – Booki Vivat A doodle-fill