A7: Realized that I tend to read more YA in the summers. I just finished EVERYTHING SAD IS UNTRUE and can't say enough good things about it. #MGBookChat
Because #MGBookChat has the best recommendations -- what are your favorite MG animal stories? We're studying zoology next year & looking for books for my animal-loving youngest. His favorites are Because of Winn-Dixie & A Wolf Called Wander by @RosanneParry
A3: It's like picking a favorite child! But a few I keep going back to are Out of the Dust, Brown Girl Dreaming, Alone, The Magical Imperfect, The Wild Book . . . #MGBookChat
A2: Not as much dialogue. NIV tend to be more internalized. It can take some kids a bit to adjust to that along with the figurative language. #MGBookChat
A1: One appeal is the fact that they read quickly which is great for reluctant readers. But I think the way they resonate emotionally ends up being the bigger draw. NIV feel almost like the reader is searching for the words right along with the character. #MGBookChat
#MGBookChat Q1: A novel in verse can be defined as a βhybrid genre that combines the elements of plot with the beauty of poetry.β In what ways do you think verse novels appeal to middle grade readers?
A7: My youngest just finished Sputnik's Guide to Life on Earth and one of the Dog Diaries and my oldest just finished The Swifts and The Luminaries. They enjoyed all of them! π#MGBookChat
A7: Just finished a reread of WHEN YOU REACH ME by Rebecca Stead and starting THE SWIFTS by Beth Lincoln. And my middle schooler HIGHLY recommends THE LUMINARIES by @stdennard. #MGBookChat