Tag: Middle Grade

The Boy, the Cloud, and the Very Tall Tale by Heather Smith

April 11, 2024

The Boy, the Cloud, and the Very Tall Tale is a story that transports readers to a charming magical setting filled with adventure and quirky characters I couldn’t help but adore. Themes of growing into oneself and learning to be vulnerable are wonderfully interwoven into Ewan’s character. The rest of the poignant narrative explores themes of self-worth, grief, and a heartfelt exploration of loss. This book will enchant readers with its cozy fantasy atmosphere created by magical elements and captivating dialogue. … More The Boy, the Cloud, and the Very Tall Tale by Heather Smith

Call Me Al by Wali Shah and Eric Walters

March 21, 2024

The relationships in this novel are some of its best parts. Though he struggles with loneliness, Ali is never truly alone. For one, Ali has his Dada, or paternal grandfather. As we learn of Iqbal Khan’s tragic backstory, Ali’s Dada serves as the facilitator of so many lessons, showcasing the importance of listening to and being supported by elders … More Call Me Al by Wali Shah and Eric Walters

Butt Sandwich and Tree by Wesley King

July 13, 2023

Cheese sandwiches, Crocs, and PlayStation. These are eleven-year-old Green Bennett’s favourite things. Green is excellent at math, reads a lot of books such as The Hardy Boys, and is happy with who he is. Oh, and he has autism spectrum disorder, also known as Asperger’s Syndrome, but that is his least defining quality of all. However, when Coach Nelson’s necklace holding his late wife’s ring goes missing, Green is the first person everyone suspects because he’s different. His older brother, Cedar, is the thirteen-year-old star player on the basketball team and the only one who believes Green’s innocence. … More Butt Sandwich and Tree by Wesley King