Momo by Michael Ende

Momo is a girl that has a special ability to listen. By this I mean when troubled people start talking to Momo, their troubles soon vanish, replaced by a feeling that someone finally understood them, and left them smiling with satisfaction. Because of Momo and her ability, her city had no troubles. But there is always a shadow where this is light. The Time Thieves come to the city to steal peoples' time, for these thieves are nothing, just air, without time. Troubles start when Momo encounters one of these thieves. What will she do to save her city and friends?

Written by best-selling author of The Never Ending Story, Momo is a great example of true friendship and adventure. I recommend this book to all of those above age 9.

Mihilo K., 7th grade

Amulet by Kibuishi

When Emily's father dies, she her mom and her brother Navin move to a new house. When the family explores the house, Emily wanders off to find herself in a mysterious room. She looks around the room to find a mysterious amulet and decides to wear it. That night, Emily wakes up to find her amulet is trying to tell her something. "Your family is in danger, stay with them, keep them safe." I recommend this book to 5th-7th graders.

Sydney M., grade 8

Lone Wolf by Kathryn Lasky

Deep within the forests of the beyond, a mother wolf has vanished in fear, sheltering her malformed pup, a malcadh, or cursed one, despite knowing the rigid laws of her kind. The pup with a splayed paw is condemned to perish for him being a vulnerability to the wolf clan; but the infant named Faolan, accomplished the miraculous feat of surviving, rescued by a grizzly bear who nurtures him as his own. Though Faolan, as he ages, is being inexorably revealed the truth of his origins, now struggles with the internal conflict of discovering his true identity and purpose. A lyrical tale of unseverable bonds, of beautiful descriptions and of mystery, author Kathryn Lasky offers a human perspective of the mystique ways of wolves. This book, although recommended for ages 10-14, is suitable for those seeking a profound story.

Aria, grade 7

The 6 Most Important Decisions You'll Ever Make

This book teaches one the 6 most important decisions one will ever make. Sean Covey explains that the book also is just for teens and helps them deal with problems and things in their life. Sean also includes in the book real life experiences from different people so the reader can compare themselves with a different person. Towards the end of the book where there is a part that is called stick to the code. Read it to find out what it is.

Annette, grade 7

Summerlost by Allyson Condie

This book is about a girl who goes to a small town during the summer and meets a boy named Leo. She starts working at a festival and they do tours together. She also learns about a famous actor named Lisette. This book is interesting and catches your attention.

May, grade 6

One for the Murphys by Lynda Mullaly Hunt

Something traumatic happens between Carley's abusive stepdad, her neglectful mom, and Carley. When her stepdad goes to jail and her mom goes to the hospital, Carley is placed in foster care in the Murphy family. Mrs. Murphy is everything Carley ever wanted in a mom. But when her mother recovers and wants to take Carley back, she really wishes there were two of her. One for her mom, and one for the Murphys.

Jessica, Grade 6

Pirates of Underwhere by Bruce Hale

The main idea of this book is to never leave things to the last minute and to be responsible with everything. The book was...GREAT! It was very funny and just couldn't stop reading it! I think this book should be for ages 9-11 because the humor is just too much! I recommend this book to people who like fantasy and adventure books.

Abdiel, 6th grade