Middle Level Fiction

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The lightning thief
(Disney-Hyperion, 2005) Rick Riordan
Percy Jackson is a good kid, but he can't seem to focus on his schoolwork or control his temper. And lately, being away at boarding school is only getting worse-Percy could have sworn his pre-algebra teacher turned into a monster and tried to kill him. When Percy's mom finds out, she knows it's time that he knew the truth about where he came from, and that he needs to go to the one place where he'll be safe. An adventure ensues, combining Greek mythology and modern times, as Percy and his friends go on a quest to find Zeus’ lightning bolt.
Black milk
(Viking, 2011) Alif shafak
"Black Milk: Imagining Slavery in the Visual Cultures of Brazil and America" explores the representation and cultural memory of slavery through visual art in Brazil and the United States. The book examines how artists from both countries have depicted the experiences and legacies of slavery, focusing on the ways these visual representations shape contemporary understandings of racial and historical identity. Through a comparative analysis, it delves into the complexities of how slavery is visualized and remembered in different cultural contexts, revealing the intersections of history, memory, and artistic expression.
Charlie and the chocolate factory
(Pearson Education, 2001) Roald Dahl
Charlie Bucket finds a Golden Ticket which wins him a whole day at Willie Wonka's chocolate factory in this captivating favourite by Roald Dahl
Roald Dahl collection
(Listening Library, 2014) Roald Dahl; Douglas Hodge
Presents three Roald Dahl novels that feature the adventures of Charlie and his family and Sophie and the Big Friendly Giant
The phantom tollbooth
(Penguin Random House, 2019) Norton Juster
The Phantom Tollbooth" is a whimsical adventure novel by Norton Juster that follows a bored young boy named Milo who discovers a mysterious tollbooth in his room. Upon driving through it, he finds himself in the fantastical land of Dictionopolis and Digitopolis, where he encounters a variety of eccentric characters. Milo embarks on a quest to rescue the princesses Rhyme and Reason, who have been banished from the kingdom. Along the way, he learns valuable lessons about the importance of curiosity, imagination, and the joy of learning. The story is a clever and engaging exploration of words, numbers, and the power of exploration.
Diary of a wimpy kid
(horndike Press Large Print, Waterville, Maine, 2017) Jeff Kinney
While trying to find a new best friend after feuding with Rowley, middle-school slacker Greg Heffley is warned by older family members that adolescence is a time to act more responsibly and to think seriously about his future
The happy prince
(Sheba Blake Publishing, 2013) Oscar Wilde
"The Happy Prince" is a short story by Oscar Wilde. It tells the tale of a gilded statue of a prince who, despite his outward beauty and once-famed wealth, is now profoundly unhappy when he sees the suffering of the people in his city. With the help of a compassionate swallow, who stays behind during the winter, the prince sacrifices his precious jewels and gold leaf to help the poor and needy. Through these acts of charity, the prince finds true happiness, while the swallow ultimately finds peace in the prince’s company. The story explores themes of selflessness, compassion, and the disparity between wealth and true happiness.
Oliver Twist
(Penguin Books, 2020-06-30) Kate Williams
Oliver Twist's parents are dead and he grows up in the workhouse, where life is very hard. One day Oliver runs away to London. There, he enters a life of crime with the old man Fagin, the Artful Dodger, frightening Bill Sykes and kind-hearted Nancy. How will Oliver live in this dangerous world? Penguin Readers is a graded reading series for English Language Teaching (ELT) markets, designed for teenagers and young adults learning English as a foreign or second language. Level 6 Readers, are B1+ in the CEFR framework. The longer text is made up of sentences with up to four clauses, introducing future continuous, reported questions, third conditional, was going to and ellipsis. A small number of illustrations support the text
Peter pan in kensington garden
(Pearson PLC, Penguin Group, Ladybird Books, 1906-05-02) J . M . B A R R I E
"Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens" is a children's novel by J.M. Barrie, first published in 1906. It is an expansion of the character Peter Pan, who was first introduced in Barrie's play "Peter Pan, or The Boy Who Wouldn't Grow Up." In this story, Peter Pan is depicted as a baby who has run away from home and lives in Kensington Gardens, a park in London. The novel explores his adventures among the fairies and other magical creatures of the Gardens. Unlike the more familiar "Peter Pan" story that focuses on Neverland, this book is set in the real-world setting of the Gardens and features a different, more whimsical narrative. The story delves into themes of childhood innocence, the allure of eternal youth, and the magical interplay between reality and fantasy. Barrie's writing style combines whimsical prose with rich illustrations, offering a charming and imaginative tale about the adventures of Peter Pan before he meets Wendy and the other Lost Boys.
Diary of a wimpy kid
(Thorndike Press, 2009) Jeff Kinney
Middle-schooler Greg Heffley nimbly sidesteps his father's attempts to change Greg's wimpy ways until his father threatens to send him to military school
Oliver Twist
(Andrews UK, Luton, Bedfordshire., 2011-07-27) Charlis Dickens
Another fantastic Dickens classic. This is the story of the orphan Oliver, who runs away from the workhouse only to be taken in by a den of thieves. Dickens's tale of childhood innocence beset by evil depicts the dark criminal underworld of a London peopled by vivid and memorable characters including the arch-villain Fagin, the Artful Dodger and the menacing Bill Sikes. This excellent digital edition has been specially formatted for today's e-readers by Andrews UK
The Rose Elf
(2024-07-29) Hans Christian Andersen
Oliver Twist
(Magic Wagon, 2011) Charles Dickens; Lisa Mullarkey; Howard McWilliam
"Oliver Twist" by Charles Dickens is a classic novel following the harrowing journey of a young orphan named Oliver who escapes from poverty and mistreatment. Set in Victorian England, the story reveals the harsh realities of child labour, crime, and social injustice. Oliver's quest for a better life brings him into contact with a range of colourful characters, including the benevolent Mr. Brownlow and the sinister Fagin. Through his trials and triumphs, Dickens critiques social inequality and highlights the possibility of redemption and compassion.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
(Amulet Books, 2007) Jeff Kinney
Boys don’t keep diaries—or do they?The launch of an exciting and innovatively illustrated new series narrated by an unforgettable kid every family can relate toIt’s a new school year, and Greg Heffley finds himself thrust into middle school, where undersized weaklings share the hallways with kids who are taller, meaner, and already shaving. The hazards of growing up before you’re ready are uniquely revealed through words and drawings as Greg records them in his diary. In book one of this debut series, Greg is happy to have Rowley, his sidekick, along for the ride. But when Rowley’s star starts to rise, Greg tries to use his best friend’s newfound popularity to his own advantage, kicking off a chain of events that will test their friendship in hilarious fashion. Author/illustrator Jeff Kinney recalls the growing pains of school life and introduces a new kind of hero who epitomizes the challenges of being a kid. As Greg says in his diary, “Just don’t expect me to be all ‘Dear Diary’ this and ‘Dear Diary’ that.” Luckily for us, what Greg Heffley says he won’t do and what he actually does are two very different things. Since its launch in May 2004 on Funbrain.com, the Web version of Diary of a Wimpy Kid has been viewed by 20 million unique online readers. This year, it is averaging 70,000 readers a day
Great expectations
(Sterling, 2024-07-27) Charles Dickens
"Great Expectations" is a novel by Charles Dickens that follows the life of Pip, an orphan who grows up in 19th-century England. The story begins with Pip living with his sister and her husband, Joe Gargery, a blacksmith. His life changes dramatically when he helps an escaped convict named Magwitch. Later, Pip is invited to the home of the wealthy but eccentric Miss Havisham, where he meets and falls in love with her beautiful but cold ward, Estella. Pip’s fortunes take a turn when he learns that he has come into a large fortune from an unknown benefactor and is to be groomed as a gentleman in London. He assumes Miss Havisham is behind the benefaction and that she intends for him to marry Estella. As Pip matures, he learns that his true benefactor is Magwitch, the convict he helped years earlier. This revelation forces Pip to confront his own values and the true nature of his expectations. The novel explores themes of social class, ambition, and personal growth, culminating in Pip's realization that true greatness comes from moral integrity and self-awareness rather than wealth and social status.
Alice's in Wonderland
(book world, 2024-07-27) Lewis Carroll
Alice falls down a rabbit hole into a whimsical and chaotic world called Wonderland. There, she encounters a series of peculiar characters, including the White Rabbit, the Cheshire Cat, the Mad Hatter, and the Queen of Hearts. Throughout her adventures, she navigates bizarre situations and nonsensical logic. Ultimately, Alice realizes that Wonderland is a dream and wakes up back in the real world.
Harry Potter
(Bloomsbury, 2015-01-01) J K Rowling
"Harry Potter: The Complete Collection" is a compilation of J.K. Rowling's beloved seven-book series that chronicles the life and adventures of a young wizard, Harry Potter. The story begins with Harry discovering his magical heritage and attending Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Over the course of the series, Harry, along with his friends Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley, faces numerous challenges, battles dark forces, and uncovers profound truths about friendship, bravery, and the fight against evil. Central to the series is Harry's struggle against the dark wizard Voldemort, whose quest for immortality and domination poses a grave threat to the wizarding world. Through a blend of fantasy, mystery, and coming-of-age themes, the collection explores the power of love, sacrifice, and the journey to self-discovery.
Harry Potter
(Scholastic, Inc., 2021-07-27) J. K. Rowling
In Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry returns to Hogwarts for his second year, where the school is plagued by mysterious attacks that petrify students. With the help of his friends Ron and Hermione, Harry uncovers the legend of the Chamber of Secrets, a hidden chamber created by Salazar Slytherin. The attacks are linked to the heir of Slytherin, who turns out to be Tom Riddle, a former student and the young version of the dark wizard Voldemort. Harry discovers that the chamber houses a dangerous monster, which he confronts and defeats, saving the school and its students.
A night in terror tower
(2015)
Sue and her brother Eddie are visiting London when they run into a little problem. They can't find their tour group. Still, there's no reason to panic. No way their tour guide would just leave them. All alone. In a gloomy old prison tower. No way they'd get locked inside. After dark. With those eerie sounds. And a strange dark figure who wants them ... dead
The Arabian Nights
(Grosset & Dunlap, 1977) E. Goodnow
"Arabian Nights" by Earle Goodnow is a retelling of the classic collection of Middle Eastern folktales known as "One Thousand and One Nights" or "The Arabian Nights." Goodnow's version seeks to capture the magic and intrigue of the original stories while presenting them in a modern, accessible format. The book features a selection of well-known tales such as "Aladdin and the Magic Lamp," "Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves," and "Sinbad the Sailor," reimagined with vivid descriptions and engaging narratives. Through these stories, readers are transported to a fantastical world of adventure, romance, and moral lessons, highlighting the rich cultural heritage of the Arabian Nights tradition.

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