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GRADES 3 - 5
For Grades 3-5 For elementary readers fascinated by enchanted kingdoms, intergalactic travels, and daring quests, this collection delivers 14 exciting books per year. Each month brings a new world to discover, sparking curiosity and a love for reading.
14 books per yearper year258.44
Interests
Chapter Books, Fiction, Reluctant Readers
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GRADES 0 - 2
For Grades K-2 This collection includes 14 books per year featuring short, enjoyable texts with large type, familiar vocabulary, and natural repetition to build confidence in new readers. With a mix of humorous fiction and appealing nonfiction, these books encourage reading success through playful storytelling and vibrant illustrations.
14 books per yearper year228.76
Interests
Beginning Readers, ESL, Fiction, Picture Books, Storytime/Read Alouds
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GRADES 0 - 3
For Grades K-3 With 14 titles per year, this extended collection provides even more engaging picture books, poetry, and short stories to develop comprehension and vocabulary in young learners.
14 books per yearper year226.52
Interests
Beginning Readers, Chapter Books, Fiction, Picture Books
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GRADES 9 - 12
For Grades 9 & Up This 14-book collection showcases popular genres like fairytale retellings, cyberpunk, historical fantasy, and dystopia, delivering thrilling adventures, imaginative worlds, and engaging storytelling—perfect for high-interest and reluctant readers. Some titles may include thought-provoking content exploring identity, relationships, and real-world challenges, including LGBTQIA+ themes, strong language, social issues, and sensitive topics such as sexual abuse and suicide.
14 books per yearper year302.4
Interests
Fiction, Nonfiction, High Interest/Reluctant Reader, Thriller/Horror/Mystery, Novels
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For Grades 9 & Up Teen readers looking for realistic portrayals of city life will connect with this compelling 12-book collection. Featuring contemporary stories with ethnically and culturally diverse characters, these titles explore real-world issues, urban experiences, and the vibrancy of city settings. Some selections may feature thought-provoking content that explores identity, relationships, and real-world challenges, including LGBTQIA+ themes, strong language, social issues, and sensitive topics like sexual abuse and suicide.
12 books per yearper year259.2
Interests
Fiction, Mature Readers, Realistic Fiction, Novels
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GRADES 1 - 4
For Grades 1-4 This collection features 12 engaging fiction and nonfiction books each year, highlighting contemporary urban settings, multicultural characters, and real-world themes. Whether readers live in the city or are curious about it, these books offer an exciting glimpse into urban life while addressing important social issues with sensitivity.
12 books per yearper year254.88
Interests
Fiction, Positive Messages
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GRADES 6 - 8
For Grades 6-8 Pre-teen and teen readers will be drawn to this 12-book collection, featuring longer, more complex narratives and a compelling mix of fiction and nonfiction designed to challenge and inspire. Some titles may explore identity, relationships, and real-world challenges, including LGBTQIA+ themes, moderate language, social issues, and other sensitive topics.
12 books per yearper year243.96
Interests
Fiction, Funny/Humorous, High Interest/Reluctant Reader, Realistic Fiction, Struggling Readers, Novels
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GRADES 11 - 12
For Grades 11 & Up This 14-book category includes suspenseful fiction and nonfiction for high school readers who are ready for adult reading. *Take note: these selections often contain mature situations and language that could be considered controversial.
14 books per yearper year309.26
Interests
Fiction, Mature Readers, Thriller/Horror/Mystery, Realistic Fiction, Novels
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GRADES 11 - 12
For Grades 11 & Up Created for older teens ready for more advanced reading, this 14-book collection delivers intricate storytelling, mature themes, and captivating narratives that expand literary horizons. Blending adult fiction with YA titles that have crossover appeal, these selections offer a deeper, more thought-provoking reading experience. Some books may explore identity, relationships, and real-world challenges, including LGBTQIA+IA+ themes, strong language, social issues, and sensitive topics such as sexual abuse and suicide.
14 books per yearper year340.2
Interests
Fiction, Mature Readers, Realistic Fiction, Novels
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GRADES 11 - 12
Adult Crossover Genre Fiction Plus (Grades 11 & UpNew Category!
For Grades 11 & Up This captivating 14-book collection serves as a bridge between young adult and adult fiction, offering older teens immersive stories with dynamic characters, thrilling plots, and genre-blending narratives. Introducing readers to new authors and a wider literary landscape, these selections challenge and engage with mature themes and thought-provoking content. Some titles may explore identity, relationships, and real-world challenges, including LGBTQIA+ themes, strong language, social issues, and sensitive topics such as sexual abuse and suicide.
14 books per yearper year340.2
Interests
Fiction, Mature Readers, Thriller/Horror/Mystery, Realistic Fiction, Novels