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Whether you're looking for read-aloud books for PreK library visits or adult-crossover picks for your teens, Junior Library Guild has you covered. Select a custom combo of our 80+ categories and subscribe today. Your shelves will thank you.
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GRADES 0 - 1
Kindergarten PlusFor Grades PreK-K Filled with concept books and simple stories, this is an ideal category for youngsters who enjoy reading by themselves and following narratives through pictures. Vivid illustrations are an integral part of each book. Get 14 books per year filled with exceptional illustrations.
14 books per yearper yearInterests
Animals, Beginning Readers, Fiction, Nonfiction, Picture Books, Storytime/Read Alouds
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GRADES 3 - 5 | AR-READY
Intermediate Readers PlusBooks in this collection are Accelerated Reader Quiz Ready
For Grades 3-5 We just couldn't stop there. Our A category is so rich, we extended it with an A+ category-giving you the opportunity to receive 14 additional Intermediate titles every year.
14 books per yearper yearInterests
Chapter Books, Fiction, Transitional Readers
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GRADES 3 - 5 | AR-READY
Intermediate ReadersBooks in this collection are Accelerated Reader Quiz Ready
For Grades 3-5 A wide variety of novels and accessible nonfiction for younger elementary readers who love a good story comprise this category of 12 books per year. The focus in these titles is primarily on the text, though some novels may feature illustration.
12 books per yearper yearInterests
Chapter Books, Fiction, Transitional Readers
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GRADES 2 - 4 | AR-READY
Independent Readers PlusBooks in this collection are Accelerated Reader Quiz Ready
For Grades 2-4 Want even more? If 12 Independent books a year just aren't enough for your hungry readers, our I+ category has what you're looking for-providing 14 more titles at the very same reading level.
14 books per yearper yearInterests
Chapter Books, Fiction, Reluctant Readers, Transitional Readers
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GRADES 2 - 4
Independent ReadersFor Grades 2-4 Children who can read on their own will love this category. The 12 books per year you get in this category range from picture books to early chapter books. Many of these compelling fiction and nonfiction titles feature large print and eye-catching artwork.
12 books per yearper yearInterests
Chapter Books, Fiction, Reluctant Readers
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GRADES 2 - 6
Humor Elementary PlusFor Grades 2-6 Fans of Mac Barnett, Ursula Vernon, and Jeff Kinney will get their fill of belly laughs with the 14 books in this category. Sure to keep smiles alive.
14 books per yearper yearInterests
Chapter Books, ESL, Fiction, Funny/Humorous, Graphic Novels, Reluctant Readers, Transitional Readers
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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 5 - 8
High Interest Middle PlusFor Grades 5-8 These exciting, age-appropriate fiction and nonfiction titles will appeal to even the most reluctant middle-school readers. With that kind of appeal, the 14 books in this category will rarely sit on the shelf.
14 books per yearper yearInterests
Chapter Books/Novels, Diversity, Fiction, Funny/Humorous, Graphic Novels, Reluctant Readers, Transitional Readers, Thriller/Horror/Mystery, Realistic Fiction
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GRADES 6 - 12
Hi-Lo PG Middle/HighFor Grades 6-12 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. For middle and high school students who prefer titles without edgy content.
12 books per yearper yearInterests
Chapter Books/Novels, ESL, Fiction, Reluctant Readers, Transitional Readers, Realistic Fiction
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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 5 - 8
Graphic Novels Middle PlusFor Grades 5-8 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. JLG's selection of 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, ESL, Fiction, Funny/Humorous, Graphic Novels, Reluctant Readers, Transitional Readers