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By the time readers are in middle school, they’re reading to learn — and the best way to keep them learning is with electrifying stories that challenge, impact, and inspire them to read more. These books that other teachers love for grades 6+ fit the bill! 

Tackle important subjects in the classroom with insightful and thought-provoking novels that can help students reflect on complicated topics that affect the world, like censorship, discrimination, bullying, and more. Other teacher and student favorites include books from a range of genres and settings — dystopian futures, epic fantasies, contemporary school sagas, and powerful tales of friendship

Shop teacher favorites for grades 6+ below! You can find all books and activities at The Teacher Store.

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