B.U.G. (Big Ugly Guy)
by Jane Yolen, Adam Stemple
129
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An imaginary friend who doubles as a bodyguard? With superhuman strength? And solid rhythm? Sounds like the perfect solution for Sammy’s middle school situation. Until it isn’t.
Duel
by David Grossman
41
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David’s mom thinks it’s weird for a 12-year-old to hang out with a 70-year-old, but when Mr. Rosenthal’s old enemy accuses him of theft and challenges him to a duel, things really get strange. Can David find the real thief in time t ...
The Princess Dolls
by Ellen Schwartz
83
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BFFs Esther and Michi long for matching dolls of English princesses Elizabeth and Margaret. But only one of them gets her birthday wish. Then Michi’s family must leave their home just because they are Japanese Canadians. How can Esther make thi ...
Letters from Cuba
by Ruth Behar
82
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Esther and her dad are in Cuba, trying to save up enough for the family in Poland to join them. She really misses them, especially her sister, Malka, but how can a twelve-year-old earn that kind of money?
The Jake Show
by Joshua S. Levy
29
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His mom calls him Yaakov. His dad calls him Jacob. He answers to Jake when he’s with his friends. Regardless of his name, Jake's ready to escape his complicated life for an awesome summer at Camp Gershoni and he’s got just&n ...