Middle Grade Novels for Summer Reading

Are you a caregiver trying to engage your kids in summer reading? There are many fun middle grade novels available at your local library to suit a variety of interests. Without engaging in summer reading, many school-aged children are at risk for the “summer slide. The summer slide can result in a decline in a child’s reading level by the fall.

Below are suggestions of middle grade novels. Happy reading!

• “Harry Potter,” by J.K. Rowling

• “Emily Windsnap,” by Liz Kessler

• “Tuesdays at the Castle,” by Jessica Day George

• “The Secret Library,” by Kekla Magoon

Readers: What are your favorite middle grade novels?

About the Author: Melissa Goff, M.S, CCC-SLP, is the owner of Sunflower Speech & Myo Therapy, PLLC, in Charlotte, NC.