For 6th grade realistic fiction, 'A Long Walk to Water' by Linda Sue Park is a great pick. It's based on real - life events and tells two parallel stories, one of a girl in Sudan in 2008 and one of a boy in Sudan in 1985. 'Fish in a Tree' by Lynda Mullaly Hunt is another good one. It's about a girl with dyslexia who is struggling in school until she meets a teacher who believes in her. 'Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry' by Mildred D. Taylor is a powerful book that shows the life of an African - American family in the South during the Great Depression.
Some 6th grade realistic fiction books worth reading are 'Out of My Mind' by Sharon M. Draper. The main character, Melody, has cerebral palsy but has a brilliant mind and wants to be treated like a normal kid. Then there's 'Stargirl' by Jerry Spinelli. Stargirl is a unique girl who stands out in her high school, and the book shows how she deals with being different. 'Bridge to Terabithia' is also a classic. It's about two friends who create an imaginary world together, and it also deals with themes of loss and friendship.
One great 7th grade realistic fiction book is 'Wonder' by R.J. Palacio. It tells the story of a boy with a facial deformity who enters mainstream school for the first time. Another is 'The Outsiders' by S.E. Hinton, which deals with the lives of two groups of teenagers from different social classes. 'Stargirl' by Jerry Spinelli is also popular, about a unique girl who changes the way people think at her school.
One great 10th grade realistic fiction book is 'The Fault in Our Stars' by John Green. It tells the story of two teenagers with cancer who fall in love. Another is 'Speak' by Laurie Halse Anderson, which deals with a girl's struggle to speak out after a traumatic event. Also, 'Looking for Alaska' by John Green is a popular choice. It's about a boy's experiences at boarding school and his search for meaning.
One great option is 'The Outsiders' by S. E. Hinton. It tells the story of two rival groups, the Greasers and the Socs, and explores themes like class differences and friendship through the eyes of Ponyboy Curtis. Another is 'Wonder' by R. J. Palacio. It follows Auggie, a boy with facial differences, as he enters a mainstream school for the first time, teaching about kindness and acceptance.
Well, relatable characters are a big one. In good 6th grade realistic fiction, the characters are often kids or teens that 6th graders can identify with. For example, they might face problems like making friends or dealing with school. Another characteristic is an engaging plot. It should have a story that keeps the reader interested, like a mystery to solve or a goal to achieve. And the language should be accessible but still interesting, not too simple but not overly complicated either.
One great 9th grade realistic fiction book is 'The Outsiders' by S.E. Hinton. It tells the story of two rival groups, the Greasers and the Socs, and shows the struggles of Ponyboy Curtis. Another is 'Speak' by Laurie Halse Anderson which deals with a girl's trauma and her journey to find her voice. 'Looking for Alaska' by John Green is also popular. It's about a boy's experiences at boarding school and his search for meaning.
Some popular 5th grade realistic fiction books include 'Because of Winn - Dixie' by Kate DiCamillo. It's about a girl who befriends a dog and through that friendship, she starts to connect with the people in her new town. Another one is 'Bridge to Terabithia' by Katherine Paterson. It tells the story of two children who create an imaginary land together, but also deals with themes of friendship and loss.
One great 5th grade realistic fiction book is 'Because of Winn - Dixie' by Kate DiCamillo. It tells the story of a girl and her dog, and the friendships she forms. Another is 'Ramona Quimby, Age 8' by Beverly Cleary which shows the everyday adventures of a young girl. Also, 'The One and Only Ivan' by Katherine Applegate is wonderful. It's about a gorilla in a mall and his journey towards a better life.
Some popular 4th grade realistic fiction books are 'Because of Winn - Dixie' by Kate DiCamillo. It tells the story of a girl and her dog. Another one is 'Ramona the Pest' by Beverly Cleary, which is about a spunky young girl's adventures. Also, 'The One and Only Ivan' by Katherine Applegate is great. It's about a gorilla in a mall.
One great book is 'Because of Winn - Dixie' by Kate DiCamillo. It tells the story of a girl who befriends a dog. Another is 'The One and Only Ivan' by Katherine Applegate. It's about a gorilla in a shopping mall. And 'Ramona Quimby, Age 8' by Beverly Cleary is also a classic 4th grade reading level realistic fiction book.
8th grade realistic fiction books often deal with relatable topics for that age group. They might focus on friendship, like how friends support or betray each other. Also, they can touch on family relationships, such as conflicts with parents or siblings. School life is another common theme, including bullying, fitting in, or academic pressure.