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Top Picks - Books

If you're looking for some great media suggestions for your kids--look no further than our Top Picks! We have a variety of lists in all of our media categories with some wonderful suggestions for kids of all ages. Whether you're looking for great fantasy books for your 8-14 year old or some classic holiday movies, you're sure to find something that your kids will enjoy.

Check back here often since we're continually adding new lists every week! If you have any suggestions for a new list or for a title that should be added to one of our existing lists, please let us know.

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Best Bets for Tweens 8-10 (Books)

Fairest by Gail Levine Fantasy charms with a refreshingly homely heroine.
Part of Me: Stories of a Louisiana Family by Kimberly Holt Gentle, slow-paced but sweet multigeneration saga.
Framed by Frank Boyce Eccentric and enchanting kid art caper.
The School Story by Andrew Clements Readers will grin from beginning to end of this enchanting story.
Rules by Cynthia Lord Newbery Honor about living with an autistic sib.
The Higher Power of Lucky by Susan Patron Newbery winner is delicate, humorous, poignant.
Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson Honest, moving story of friendship and loss.
The Facts and Fictions of Minna Pratt by Patricia MacLachlan Minna grows up with some odd friends and relatives.
Porch Lies: Tales of Slicksters, Tricksters, and Other Wily Characters by Patricia McKissack Delightful tall tales great for reading aloud.
Escape! The Story of the Great Houdini by Sid Fleischman Engrossing Houdini bio by kids' author/magician.

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