Another is 'New Kid' by Jerry Craft. It's set in a modern day school but also touches on historical aspects of race relations in America. It won the Newbery Medal in 2020. The story follows Jordan Banks as he navigates a new school that's mostly white students.
Sure. 'The Night Diary' by Veera Hiranandani is a good one. It's about a girl named Nisha who records her experiences during the partition of India in 1947 in the form of a diary. It's a great way for young readers to learn about this important historical event.
There's also 'The Inquisitor's Tale: Or, The Three Magical Children and Their Holy Dog' by Adam Gidwitz. It's set in medieval France and has elements of adventure and mystery. It tells the story of three children with special powers and how they come together during a time of religious turmoil in France.
A good 2021 historical fiction book for young readers is 'Front Desk' by Kelly Yang. It tells the story of a young girl and her family's experience as immigrants in America, which is based on real - life historical situations. It also shows the challenges they face and how they overcome them. 'We Dream of Space' by Erin Entrada Kelly is also recommended. It's set in 1986 and follows the stories of three siblings as they learn about the Challenger disaster and other historical events around that time.
Sure. 'A Rover's Story' by Jasmine Warga is a 2023 historical fiction book suitable for young readers. It tells the story of a Mars rover from the rover's perspective, and along the way, it includes some historical facts about space exploration. 'Ophelia After All' by Racquel Marie is also a good pick. It has elements of coming - of - age and is set in a historical context that young readers can relate to.
Sure. 'The Secret of the Old Clock' by Carolyn Keene is a great choice. It's a Nancy Drew mystery set in a historical context. Another one is 'The Indian in the Cupboard' by Lynne Reid Banks. It combines historical elements with a magical adventure as a boy discovers that a toy Indian comes to life. And 'The Little House on the Prairie' series by Laura Ingalls Wilder. It tells the story of a family's adventures in the American frontier in the 19th century.
For young readers, 'Number the Stars' by Lois Lowry is a great historical fiction book. It's about a girl in Denmark during World War II and her family's efforts to help Jews. Another is 'The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963' by Christopher Paul Curtis which takes young readers back to the civil rights era in the United States.
Young readers might enjoy 'On Eagle's Wings' by Genevieve Foster. This book is set during the time of the Israelites' exodus from Egypt and presents the story in an engaging way for kids. 'The Bronze Bow' by Elizabeth George Speare is also a good pick. It's about a young boy during the time of Jesus who is part of the resistance against the Romans and his journey towards understanding and accepting Christian teachings. And 'Carry On, Mr. Bowditch' by Jean Lee Latham, which has elements of faith and is based on the life of a real person in colonial America.
Sure. 'Mudville' by Kurtis Scaletta is a good choice. It's a fun and engaging story that introduces young readers to the world of baseball in a historical context.
Yes. 'A Little Princess' by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a good one. The story of Sara Crewe in a boarding school in Victorian England is both inspiring and gives a historical view. 'Catherine, Called Birdy' by Karen Cushman is set in medieval England and tells the story of a young girl's life. 'The Birchbark House' by Louise Erdrich is about a young Ojibwe girl in the 19th - century Great Lakes region, which is a great way to introduce young readers to Native American history through the eyes of a female character.
For young readers, 'Number the Stars' is a great trailblaer historical fiction book. It's about a girl in Denmark during World War II who helps her Jewish friend. It's a simple yet powerful story that teaches about courage and friendship during difficult times. Another one is 'Johnny Tremain' which is set during the American Revolution. It shows the life of a young apprentice and his growth during that important historical period.
For young readers, 'My Name is Not Angelica' by Scott O'Dell is a good choice. It's set during the colonial period in the Caribbean and tells a story that can introduce young people to the era in an accessible way.
Sure. 'The Crossover' is great for young readers. It's about twin brothers who love basketball. It gives a feel of the basketball culture and how it impacts the lives of young people. Another one is 'Foul Trouble'. It has an exciting plot that can easily engage young minds while teaching them about the history of basketball.