The Time Museum
by Matthew Loux
Delia is competing for an internship at a unique museum: the Time Museum. Her fellow competitors are kids from all over time, including ancient Rome and the distant future. To prove themselves worthy of the internship, they participate in time-traveling missions where they realize that, in order to succeed, they must learn to trust each other and work together as a team.
This fun graphic novel is the first in a new, exciting series! Humorous, yet full of action and unexpected twists, this book will be a great choice for graphic novel fans as well as readers who enjoy science fiction. I'm looking forward to reading the next book in this series, which is scheduled to be released in June!
Author's website: http://www.mattloux.com/
Showing posts with label MSBA 2018 - 2019 list. Show all posts
Showing posts with label MSBA 2018 - 2019 list. Show all posts
Sunday, January 13, 2019
Thursday, January 10, 2019
The Trail
The Trail
by Meika Hashimoto
There were 10 things on the list that Toby and Lucas were going to do during the summer before middle school. There is now one last item to complete on that list, and Toby must do it alone. The final task: hike to Mount Katahdin from their home, a 440 mile trek. Will Toby be able to complete the daunting journey?
This is an emotional story full of a lot of action and adventure! Fans of Lost on a Mountain in Maine will want to read this tale of a boy determined to fulfill a pact made with his best friend.
by Meika Hashimoto
There were 10 things on the list that Toby and Lucas were going to do during the summer before middle school. There is now one last item to complete on that list, and Toby must do it alone. The final task: hike to Mount Katahdin from their home, a 440 mile trek. Will Toby be able to complete the daunting journey?
This is an emotional story full of a lot of action and adventure! Fans of Lost on a Mountain in Maine will want to read this tale of a boy determined to fulfill a pact made with his best friend.
Saturday, January 5, 2019
Train I Ride
Train I Ride
by Paul Mosier
It's a long train ride from California to Chicago for Rydr. Because her grandmother can no longer care for her, she is forced to go live with a relative she's never met. During the lengthy journey, Rydr learns more about some of her fellow passengers while, over time, heartbreaking details of her chaotic life emerge.
This was a beautiful, emotional story that I could not put down until I finished! Rydr is an amazing character that has faced many challenges and, despite putting on a tough, savvy exterior, struggles with the heartbreaks of her life. I highly recommend this outstanding book!
by Paul Mosier
It's a long train ride from California to Chicago for Rydr. Because her grandmother can no longer care for her, she is forced to go live with a relative she's never met. During the lengthy journey, Rydr learns more about some of her fellow passengers while, over time, heartbreaking details of her chaotic life emerge.
This was a beautiful, emotional story that I could not put down until I finished! Rydr is an amazing character that has faced many challenges and, despite putting on a tough, savvy exterior, struggles with the heartbreaks of her life. I highly recommend this outstanding book!
Sunday, October 28, 2018
The Great Hibernation
The Great Hibernation
by Tara Dairman
It's an annual tradition: all residents of St. Polonius who are twelve and older participate in the eating of the sacred liver. Unfortunately, twelve-year-old Jean is unable to eat hers and hopes that no one will find out. Shortly after the annual celebration everyone who ate the liver suddenly, and mysteriously, fall into a deep sleep, leaving the children of St. Polonius to care for themselves. What caused this deep sleep? Was it related to the liver? Jean and her friends must find answers before their town falls apart!
This was a very fun story! I found that it had a lot of humorous parts, especially as the young children of St. Polonius eagerly took over their parents' jobs while the adults were in a deep sleep. This is a great choice for readers looking for a humorous mystery!
Author's website: https://taradairman.com/
by Tara Dairman

This was a very fun story! I found that it had a lot of humorous parts, especially as the young children of St. Polonius eagerly took over their parents' jobs while the adults were in a deep sleep. This is a great choice for readers looking for a humorous mystery!
Author's website: https://taradairman.com/
Sunday, September 9, 2018
Star Scouts
Star Scouts
by Mike Lawrence
Avani does not want to be a Flower Scout. All they do is talk about makeup and boys, while Avani would rather be doing something more adventurous. She unexpectedly gets her wish when Mabel, a Star Scout from outer space, accidentally teleports Avani to her troop meeting. The Star Scouts are everything that Avani wishes the Flower Scouts were. Unfortunately, a trip to the Star Scout camp may cause her membership in the troop to be a short one!
Star Scouts is the first book in an exciting new graphic novel series. With engaging illustrations and a humorous, action-filled storyline, this will a great choice for many readers!
by Mike Lawrence
Avani does not want to be a Flower Scout. All they do is talk about makeup and boys, while Avani would rather be doing something more adventurous. She unexpectedly gets her wish when Mabel, a Star Scout from outer space, accidentally teleports Avani to her troop meeting. The Star Scouts are everything that Avani wishes the Flower Scouts were. Unfortunately, a trip to the Star Scout camp may cause her membership in the troop to be a short one!
Star Scouts is the first book in an exciting new graphic novel series. With engaging illustrations and a humorous, action-filled storyline, this will a great choice for many readers!
Friday, August 10, 2018
Spirit Hunters
Spirit Hunters
by Ellen Oh
Harper Raine is not happy about moving, especially when she suspects that the creepy old house they moved into is haunted. Shortly after moving in, her younger brother starts acting strange, throwing violent tantrums and talking to an imaginary friend. Harper begins to learn more about the history of the home, and the more she learns the more she is convinced that there are evil spirits present.
What an exciting, suspenseful book! This creepy ghost story is a great choice for readers who enjoying scary tales.
Author's website: http://www.ellenoh.com/index2.html
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by Ellen Oh
Harper Raine is not happy about moving, especially when she suspects that the creepy old house they moved into is haunted. Shortly after moving in, her younger brother starts acting strange, throwing violent tantrums and talking to an imaginary friend. Harper begins to learn more about the history of the home, and the more she learns the more she is convinced that there are evil spirits present.
What an exciting, suspenseful book! This creepy ghost story is a great choice for readers who enjoying scary tales.
Author's website: http://www.ellenoh.com/index2.html
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Thursday, August 9, 2018
Forget Me Not
Forget Me Not
by Ellie Terry
Calliope and her mother are moving again. It's hard for most people to constantly adjust to a new home and school, but for Calli it's extra difficult. Calli has Tourette syndrome, causing her to uncontrollably make faces, movements, and sounds. Even though she tries to hide it, eventually the other kids at school notice. She has hope for a friend when she meets her new neighbor, but even he is reluctant because he's worried about what the others at school will think. Will Calli ever find the acceptance, friendship, and permanent home that she has been hoping for?
Another book that I would not put down until I finished! I love how this story is told using two different narrators, alternating between Calli, whose chapters are told in verse, and her neighbor Jinsong. This is a very powerful, emotional story that I highly recommend to my readers.
Author's website: http://ellieterry.com/
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by Ellie Terry
Calliope and her mother are moving again. It's hard for most people to constantly adjust to a new home and school, but for Calli it's extra difficult. Calli has Tourette syndrome, causing her to uncontrollably make faces, movements, and sounds. Even though she tries to hide it, eventually the other kids at school notice. She has hope for a friend when she meets her new neighbor, but even he is reluctant because he's worried about what the others at school will think. Will Calli ever find the acceptance, friendship, and permanent home that she has been hoping for?
Another book that I would not put down until I finished! I love how this story is told using two different narrators, alternating between Calli, whose chapters are told in verse, and her neighbor Jinsong. This is a very powerful, emotional story that I highly recommend to my readers.
Author's website: http://ellieterry.com/
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Wednesday, August 1, 2018
Restart
Restart
by Gordon Korman
Imagine having no memory of your past. That is what has happened to Chase Ambrose after he falls off his roof. Amnesia has erased his memories, leaving him with no idea about who he was before the fall. However, as he begins to learn more about his past, he realizes that the Chase he was before the fall may not be someone he wants to become again.
What a powerful story! I've always been a fan of Gordon Korman and this book was one of those that I picked up and would not put down until I was finished. As with many of the author's other books, Restart alternates between narrators, allowing the readers to connect with multiple characters who have been impacted by both the old and new Chase. This is an outstanding book about second chances that I think many readers will enjoy.
Author's website: http://gordonkorman.com/
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by Gordon Korman

What a powerful story! I've always been a fan of Gordon Korman and this book was one of those that I picked up and would not put down until I was finished. As with many of the author's other books, Restart alternates between narrators, allowing the readers to connect with multiple characters who have been impacted by both the old and new Chase. This is an outstanding book about second chances that I think many readers will enjoy.
Author's website: http://gordonkorman.com/
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Sunday, July 29, 2018
The Van Gogh Deception
The Van Gogh Deception
by Deron Hicks
A boy with amnesia has been discovered in a Washington, D.C. art museum. Without any knowledge of who he is or how he got to the museum, police place him temporarily in the home of Mary Sullivan and her daughter Camille. Camille is determined to help the boy, who she names Art, remember his past. Unfortunately, while they follow clues to help Art regain his memory, a sinister group of criminals are pursuing Art! Will Art and Camille uncover the mystery of Art’s past before their pursuers catch them?
This is a fantastic, action-packed, art-themed mystery! Readers will also learn a bit about art history while reading this exciting tale. Fans of art-themed mysteries such as Framed! and Eddie Red Undercover should give this book a try!
Author's website: http://deronhicks.com/
by Deron Hicks
A boy with amnesia has been discovered in a Washington, D.C. art museum. Without any knowledge of who he is or how he got to the museum, police place him temporarily in the home of Mary Sullivan and her daughter Camille. Camille is determined to help the boy, who she names Art, remember his past. Unfortunately, while they follow clues to help Art regain his memory, a sinister group of criminals are pursuing Art! Will Art and Camille uncover the mystery of Art’s past before their pursuers catch them?
This is a fantastic, action-packed, art-themed mystery! Readers will also learn a bit about art history while reading this exciting tale. Fans of art-themed mysteries such as Framed! and Eddie Red Undercover should give this book a try!
Author's website: http://deronhicks.com/
Thursday, July 5, 2018
The Real McCoys
The Real McCoys
by Matthew Swanson
illustrated by Robbi Behr
Eddie the Owl has gone missing! When the mascot of Moxie McCoy's school is stolen, the mystery-loving 4th grader is on the case of the missing stuffed animal. Using detective tips from her favorite book character, Annabelle Adams, Moxie investigates the theft, determined to catch the culprit and locate the beloved mascot!
The first in a new series, The Real McCoys is a fun mystery full of engaging illustrations and humorous moments! Moxie and her younger brother Milton make an entertaining detective team as they work together to solve the mystery of the missing owl! I'm looking forward to the future adventures of Moxie and Milton!
Book website: http://realmccoysbook.com/
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by Matthew Swanson
illustrated by Robbi Behr

The first in a new series, The Real McCoys is a fun mystery full of engaging illustrations and humorous moments! Moxie and her younger brother Milton make an entertaining detective team as they work together to solve the mystery of the missing owl! I'm looking forward to the future adventures of Moxie and Milton!
Book website: http://realmccoysbook.com/
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Tuesday, June 26, 2018
Me and Marvin Gardens
Me and Marvin Gardens
by Amy Sarig King
Obe Devlin may have just discovered a new animal! He knows a lot about the wildlife that lives around his home, but has never seen anything quite like this unusual, friendly, dog-sized creature that only eats plastic. Obe is excited about his new discovery, but also worried about keeping him safe from a group of bullies that live nearby. Will Obe be able to figure out what kind of animal Marvin Gardens is and where he came from?
This fantastic book is a great choice for readers who enjoy stories about animals and the environment. In addition to the environmental theme, the story also deals with the friendship and bullying issues that Obe is encountering. An excellent selection from the 2018 - 2019 Maine Student Book Award list!
by Amy Sarig King

This fantastic book is a great choice for readers who enjoy stories about animals and the environment. In addition to the environmental theme, the story also deals with the friendship and bullying issues that Obe is encountering. An excellent selection from the 2018 - 2019 Maine Student Book Award list!
Sunday, May 27, 2018
Sled Dog School
Sled Dog School
by Terry Lynn Johnson
If Matt wants to pass math, he needs to do well on his extra credit assignment. The assignment? Start his own business. Matt decides to run a sled dog school, but running his business proves to be full of many unexpected challenges, including finding students to attend his school. Will he be able to successfully complete his assignment and save his grade?
This fun story is a great choice for fans of sled dogs! Matt is a likeable character dealing with school issues that some readers will relate to. Fans of author Terry Lynn Johnson's book Ice Dogs will want to give this book a try.
Author's website: http://terrylynnjohnson.com/
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by Terry Lynn Johnson

This fun story is a great choice for fans of sled dogs! Matt is a likeable character dealing with school issues that some readers will relate to. Fans of author Terry Lynn Johnson's book Ice Dogs will want to give this book a try.
Author's website: http://terrylynnjohnson.com/
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Sunday, May 13, 2018
The Dragon With a Chocolate Heart
The Dragon With a Chocolate Heart
by Stephanie Burgis
Determined to prove she is old enough to fly on her own, young dragon Aventurine defies her parents' wishes and leaves her cave one night to try and capture a human. Unfortunately, things don't go as planned when she is tricked into drinking enchanted hot chocolate that turns her into a human. Now trapped into a human body, Aventurine seeks a place where she can find more of her new passion, chocolate!
This enchanting tale is a great choice for fans of dragons as well as fans of chocolate!
Author's website: https://www.stephanieburgis.com/
by Stephanie Burgis

This enchanting tale is a great choice for fans of dragons as well as fans of chocolate!
Author's website: https://www.stephanieburgis.com/
Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus
Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus
by Dusti Bowling
Born without arms, Aven Green has learned to face challenges with optimism and humor. However, when her family moves to Arizona, Aven must adjust to a new home and school. At her new school, while trying to avoid the stares and questions of her classmates, she meets Conner, who is dealing with challenges of his own. Together, the new friends help each other face their challenges as well as solve a mystery at the theme park Aven's parents run.
This is a fantastic book! It is an inspirational tale about overcoming challenges, but also has many quirky characters and humorous moments, as well as an intriguing mystery!
Author's website: https://www.dustibowling.com/
by Dusti Bowling

This is a fantastic book! It is an inspirational tale about overcoming challenges, but also has many quirky characters and humorous moments, as well as an intriguing mystery!
Author's website: https://www.dustibowling.com/
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