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GRADES 9 - 12
Young Adults PlusFor Grades 9 & Up Why stop there? Give them double the literary rewards with our Yp category-where you can stock your shelves with 14 additional young adult titles every year.
14 books per yearper yearInterests
Diversity, Fiction, Funny/Humorous, Mature Readers, LGBTQ+, Realistic Fiction, Novels
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GRADES 9 - 12
Young AdultsFor Grades 9 & Up Your older teen readers will appreciate the 12 selections in this category, a diverse mix of fiction and nonfiction covering complex issues and more mature content, from crushes and body changes to friendships and sibling rivalry.
12 books per yearper yearInterests
Diversity, Fiction, Funny/Humorous, Mature Readers, LGBTQ+, Realistic Fiction, Novels
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GRADES 9 - 12
Sports HighFor Grades 9 & Up High school sports enthusiasts will love this category, which includes fiction and nonfiction titles that cover the action and excitement of a wide array of sports, the stories and struggles of athletes who have attained great success, and inside looks at the games teens love to watch and play. Action, excitement and struggles will be found in each of the 12 books provided.
12 books per yearper yearInterests
Biographies, Diversity, Fiction, Nonfiction, High Interest/Reluctant Reader, History, Realistic Fiction, Novels
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GRADES 9 - 12
PG High PlusFor Grades 9 & Up For high school readers who enjoy fascinating stories but want less edgy content, PGH is the perfect choice. Be assured that the 14 books offered in this category will be inoffensive to readers, teachers and parents.
14 books per yearper yearInterests
Diversity, Fiction, Funny/Humorous, High Interest/Reluctant Reader, Thriller/Horror/Mystery, Realistic Fiction, Novels
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GRADES 10 - 12
Paperbacks HighFor Grades 10 & Up Whether it's action, romance, thrills, or mystery your high schoolers seek, they'll find it in the pages of these hot new trade paperbacks. This category contains 12 books sure to be of high interest.
12 books per yearper yearInterests
Diversity, Fiction, Funny/Humorous, Mature Readers, High Interest/Reluctant Reader, LGBTQ+, Thriller/Horror/Mystery, Realistic Fiction, Struggling Readers, Novels
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GRADES 9 - 12
Nonfiction High PlusFor Grades 9 & Up In today's classroom, Common Core is king and this level helps support the need for quality nonfiction for teen readers. These stimulating informational texts invite teen readers to question assumptions and engage in high-order thinking while providing examples of excellence in research and presentation. The 14 books in this category will attract browsers as well as report-writers. May include some books written for adults.
14 books per yearper yearInterests
Biographies, Diversity, Nonfiction, Mature Readers, History
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GRADES 11 - 12
Mature Young Adults PlusFor Grades 11 & Up Filled with stimulating nonfiction and can't-put-it-down fiction, this category is perfect for bridging the gap between young adult and adult reading. Take note: these 14 selections often contain mature situations and language that could be considered controversial.
14 books per yearper yearInterests
Diversity, Fiction, Mature Readers, LGBTQ+, Realistic Fiction, Novels
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GRADES 10 - 12
History HighFor Grades 10 & Up The past opens with a turn of the page in these fully-documented histories and compelling works of historical fiction. Experience the past frequently with the 12 books in this category.
12 books per yearper yearInterests
Biographies, Diversity, Fiction, Nonfiction, Mature Readers, History, Realistic Fiction
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GRADES 10 - 12
High-Interest High PlusFor Grades 10 & Up These exciting, age-appropriate fiction and nonfiction titles will appeal to even the most reluctant high-school readers. With that kind of appeal, the 14 books in this category will rarely sit on the shelf.
14 books per yearper yearInterests
Diversity, Fiction, Funny/Humorous, High Interest/Reluctant Reader, Thriller/Horror/Mystery, Realistic Fiction, Struggling Readers, Novels
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GRADES 9 - 12
Hi-Lo MatureFor Grades 9-12 Entertaining, age-appropriate topics combined with short chapters and simple sentences make the 12 books in this category interesting and accessible to teens who struggle to read. These selections may include mature situations and content most suitable for older teens.
12 books per yearper yearInterests
Diversity, Fiction, Mature Readers, High Interest/Reluctant Reader, LGBTQ+, Thriller/Horror/Mystery, Realistic Fiction, Struggling Readers
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GRADES 9 - 12
Graphic Novels High PlusFor Grades 9 & Up Book-length narratives presented in comic book style, graphic novels foster both visual and verbal comprehension skills while exposing readers to interesting dialogue and satire, as well as affirming diversity. These unique books, some of them only published in softcover, are ideal for attracting reluctant readers and introducing them to literature they might not encounter otherwise. You may find that the 14 books in this category will turn your reluctant readers into eager readers.
14 books per yearper yearInterests
Diversity, Fiction, Nonfiction, High Interest/Reluctant Reader, Struggling Readers, Novels
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GRADES 9 - 12
Current Trends High PlusFor Grades 9 & Up The 14 books in this category include highly popular genres such as fairytale retellings, cyber punk, historical fantasy, and dystopia.
14 books per yearper yearInterests
Diversity, Fiction, Nonfiction, High Interest/Reluctant Reader, Thriller/Horror/Mystery, Novels