The Mysterious Disappearance of Aidan S. (as told to his brother) by David Levitan

 

In this terrific middle grade novel, David Levithan tells the story of two brothers whose bond grows even stronger when a strange happening occurs. Aidan S. has disappeared and no one can find him. When he suddenly reappears and tries to explain where he's been, things get really out of control for Aidan and his brother!

Houdini and Me by Dan Gutman

 

 Harry Mancini is a fifth grade boy who lives with his widowed mother in the same house where Harry Houdini lived. 

When Harry hits his head in an accident, he wakes up and starts receiving text messages from Houdini. Is this his imagination? You'll have to read it to find out!

StarFish by Lisa Fipps

 

In this novel told in verse, debut author Lisa Fipps goes to the core of what it means to feel comfortable in your own skin, no matter what your size. Ever since the 5th grade, Ellie has been bullied about her weight. The only place she feels comfortable is in the pool. When she finds a wonderful therapist and good friend, Ellie is able to finally be her own person.

Picture Books: Caldecott 2022

 

Milo Imagines the World by Matt de la Peña and  Christian  Robinson

This beautiful picture book by Caldecott Winners de la Peña and Robinson shows the journey of a little boy and his sister who are taking the train to visit their mom. On the subway ride, Milo draws stories 

about the different people he sees. He fantasizes what their lives are like!
This dynamic team does it again with beautiful illustart