2006-12-11 08:49:39 · 20 answers · asked by Pip 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
This will likely be something different for every reader. What 'engages' one may 'bore' another because everyone has different interests. But there are many books both recent and classic that can be enjoyed by this age group.
Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card
The Giver by Lois Lowry
The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan
The Schwa Was Here by Neal Shusterman
Life As We Knew It by Susan Beth Pfeffer
Everlost by Neal Shusterman
2006-12-11 09:27:06 · answer #1 · answered by laney_po 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Hobbit, Animal Farm, The Giver, Gathering Blue, Sherlock Holmes, True Confessions of Charolette Doyle, The Outsiders, Diary of Anne Frank, Tom Sawyer, Huck Finn, ... could go on and on.
2006-12-11 18:35:22 · answer #2 · answered by ncaachamp 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The Jungle by Upton Sinclair shows just how easy they have it now!!!!
I read this book in my Junior year at highschool. For a small book it was powerful .Yeeeeees, it was on the best seller list when I read it.
I still get the heebees when I think about that read. You might want to read it first so you can determine if it is acceptable for the classroom. It was ok'd then but that was.......years ago.
2006-12-11 17:00:48 · answer #3 · answered by Paint N Paper 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Esperanza Rising by Pam Munoz Ryan
2006-12-12 20:12:45 · answer #4 · answered by Aryam 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The ones listed above are more of freshman class books. The best choice is probably "The Scarlet Letter."
I really don't know who it's by, but if you type it into google.com i'm pretty sure you can find out.
My adv 10 english teacher teaches juniors also, and says it's a really deep book.
2006-12-11 16:59:17 · answer #5 · answered by mini_roller 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
There's a new medieval fantasy series in hardcover that you might like. The title of the first episode is THE BLACKGLOOM BOUNTY. It's 445 pages of action, adventure, magic, mystery and mayhem. If you're a fan of Conan, LOTR or Wheel books, this is one you'll enjoy. A Hollywood producer said it was, "Like Braveheart meets Lord of the Rings." (See other comments & reviews below.)
Good luck, whatever you decide to read!
Major Media Reviews:
Publishers Weekly said in a rare STARRED Review:
"A fast pace, sly humor, amusing dialogue and a richly researched background lift Baxley's fantasy, the first of a new series set in medieval Britain. When Merlin's long-ago apprentice Kruzurk Makshare (aka the Boozer) receives a dreamlike visitation from the legendary mage, he learns he must destroy another former apprentice, the villainous Seed of Cerberus. To do so will require a visit to the demon-guarded Blackgloom Keep. Enter young Daynin McKinnon, who discovers a curious rune-covered headstone, which may be the fabled Blackgloom Bounty, and brings it to Kruz's attention. Kruz believes it will provide entry into the fortress, while Daynin hopes the sale of the stone will restore his family's fortunes. The colorful cast of good guys and ne'er-do-wells includes the Pictish ghost of Brude McAlpin liberated from his tomb, assorted pursuing Caledonians and a bemused Prior Bede, whose monastery serves as a hiding place for the Blackgloom Bounty. Suitable for fantasy enthusiasts of all ages."
Library Journal said:
"This series opener...is a good choice for fans of epic-style sagas and Scottish history."
Harriet Klausner, Amazon's #1 Ranked Reviewer said:
"This terrific medieval fantasy...will elate readers for its fast-paced, action-thrilled story line starring a strong cast."
Nancy McCulloch, PRWEB Article:
"Two thumbs up for a colorful cast of characters, nonstop, rapid-fire action and compelling storyline!"
Fantasybookspot.com Review:
"Taking place in Medieval Scotland, this tale of magic, adventure and love really captured my attention..."
Blackgloom @ Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1594144...
2006-12-11 17:34:57 · answer #6 · answered by FiveStarAuthor 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Huckelberry Finn
2006-12-11 16:51:40 · answer #7 · answered by firefly 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A Great and Terrible Beauty by Linda Bray
2006-12-11 16:53:42 · answer #8 · answered by kayle_rose 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anything by Mitch Albom, like The Five People You Meet in Heaven, it's an easy read, and with a good moral in it.
2006-12-11 16:54:39 · answer #9 · answered by Yul'ka 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
King Fortis the Brave!
2006-12-11 20:35:10 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋