Hello Educators! If you are looking for a few novel ideas to captivate your young reader's September, I have included some tried-and-true favorites below. From celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month to navigating friendships in those first weeks of school, these books have been hits with my students.

Esperanza Rising by by Pam Muñoz Ryan

I love sharing this story with my students because the theme is perseverance.  We can tackle the unthinkable when we make the choice not to give up.  If you are looking for a novel study to help you implement this diverse book, grab my Esperanza Rising Novel Unit. 

Crash by Jerry Spinelli

This is a good one to start the school year with since the characters are beginning their 7th grade school year as well. I love this book as a read-aloud because the chapters are short and each chapter ends with a bit of a cliffhanger, begging for readers to continue on. Check out my Crash Novel Study Bundle for my full array of companion resources. 

Freak the Mighty by Rodman Philbrick

This is an amazing story about the power of friendship and how it can transform even the hardest life situations. Your middle school students will love reading about how Maxwell and Kevin go from being outcasts to the dynamic duo known as Freak the Mighty. Get everything you need to teach this book with my Freak The Mighty Novel Unit on TPT.

I hope you are having a great September!

Erin Beers

Mrs. Beers ELA Classroom

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