Diverse Fantasy Books for Middle Grade

Two Lit Mamas

English - May 18, 2022 19:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MB
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Next Episode: Episode 47: Diverse Realistic Fic for Middle Grade

The Mamas are split over their MG Fantasy Reads (for ages 8-12) but it’s not surprising since Heather loves flying horses and all things magical while Margie would rather read true crime stories unless a Sasquatch is involved. Find out where your loyalties lie by joining the debate. Plus, you can jump start your summer reading with six great new recommendations for all ages from the Mamas.

Book Chat:

Solimar by Pam Muñoz Ryan

Amira & Hamza: The War to Save the World by Samira Ahmed

Pick 6: Summer Reads for All Ages

Margie’s Picks:

Lower Middle Grade: The Orphans of St. Halibuts by Sophie WillsTeen/YA: Just Our Luck by Julia WatsonGrown Ups: A Certain Hunger by Chelsea G. Summers

Heather’s Picks:

Preschool: Roar! I’m a Dinosaur by Merrill RaineyMiddle Grade: Northwind by Gary PaulsenGrown Ups: The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman