Stargirl is a fascinating novel that explores themes of individuality, nonconformity and the challenges of fitting in. The story is about Leo Borlock, an ordinary high school student in Mica, Arizona, whose world is completely changed when Stargirl Caraway, a quirky and free-spirited new girl, arrives at school. She is not like anyone Leo—or the rest of the school—has ever met. She wears strange clothing, plays the ukulele and sings to people on their birthdays. Initially, her personality made her very popular.
Touchdown Kid is an exciting sports story about Cory, a skilled young football player from a tough background. When he gets a chance to go to a top private school because of his football talent, he faces new challenges on and off the field. He must earn his teammates’ trust while also handling friendships, loyalty and staying true to himself. The book shows the struggles and dreams of young athletes while keeping the football action exciting.
Attack of the Black Rectangles follows Mac Delany and his friends in their fight for the truth at their school after they discover that the books in their classroom have words blotted out with Sharpie. When they confront their teacher about it, she blows off their concerns as childish and explains that sometimes, children need to be ‘protected from the truth’. But Mac and his friends know that isn’t true. In fact, their whole class wants the truth.
Lily Bloom, who is a single mother who tries to regain control of her life after she escaped an abusive relationship. Lily emphasizes her struggles and accomplishes during this time. If you have read It Ends With Usby Colleen Hoover, I would suggest you read this book. I was expecting more out of this read after reading It Ends With Us, but I was a little bit disappointed. The content in the book was not what I expected.
The Hate U Give is a novel that illustrates racial injustice in our world. Through the eyes of Starr Carter, we see what she experiences as a young black girl in her community. Specifically, when she witnesses a police officer shoot her best friend Khalil. She did everything in her power to gain justice for Khalil. Throughout the book, she faces many challenges as she tries to avenge Khalil and cause change in her community.
Jeff Kinney’s Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul takes Greg Heffley and his family on a road trip—one that quickly spirals into chaos. What starts as a family vacation filled with big plans turns into a disaster full of car troubles, lost belongings, terrifying seagulls and plenty of Heffley family mishaps. From questionable motels to a run-in with a rival road trip family, Greg’s journey is nothing short of disastrous—and absolutely hilarious.
Jeff Kinney’s Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hard Luck follows Greg Heffley as he deals with one of his biggest challenges yet—navigating middle school alone. With Rowley now focused on his new girlfriend, Greg is left struggling to make new friends and questioning if his luck will ever turn around. Desperate for answers, he even turns to a Magic 8-Ball to make his decisions. As always, Kinney’s storytelling is packed with laugh-out-loud moments and hilarious misfortunes making for a wildly entertaining read.
Jeff Kinney’s Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Third Wheel follows Greg Heffley as he tries (and fails) to navigate the world of middle school romance. When a Valentine’s Day dance is announced, Greg is determined to find a date—only to end up stuck as the awkward third wheel to Rowley and his last-minute date. Between cringe-worthy attempts at impressing girls, disastrous school events and family drama, Greg’s romantic ambitions quickly unravel in the most hilarious ways.
Jeff Kinney’s Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Cabin Fever throws Greg Heffley into a winter nightmare as he gets snowed in with his family—just as he’s on the verge of getting in trouble for accidentally vandalizing school property. With the power out, supplies running low and his little brother Manny making life even harder, Greg is stuck trying to survive both the freezing cold and his family’s antics. As always, Kinney delivers nonstop humor with Greg’s sarcastic observations and exaggerated reactions to everyday struggles.
Jeff Kinney’s Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth explores Greg Heffley’s struggles with growing up as he faces new responsibilities, awkward social changes and the realization that adulthood isn’t as great as it seems. When Greg and Rowley have a falling-out, he’s left to navigate middle school without his best friend, making everything from family drama to school pressures even harder.
