Books About Families
There are so many different kinds of families in the book world -- and the stories on this list bring them to life in vivid detail. Grab one of these family books for your middle-grade readers the next time they're looking for great new characters to meet.
- Lyrical historical fiction with a knockout punch.By Michael Dorris
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A grieving family finds an abandoned baby.By Patricia MacLachlan -
Minna grows up with odd friends and relatives.By Patricia MacLachlan -
Magical story about a boy and his grandfather.By Peter Dickinson -
A hilarious look at summer in the country.By Richard Peck -
A moving, funny, lyrical tale with big appeal.By Jerry Spinelli -
Multifacted tale hits the mark with wit, depth.By Frank Cottrell Boyce -
Funny, poignant life on home front during WWII.By Richard Peck -
Funny, fascinating, and exquisite historical tale.By Richard Peck -
Offbeat, gritty story with heart. OK for older tweens.By Sue Stauffacher
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