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Sample Reading List
Tuck Everlasting tells the story of Winnie Foster, a young girl who discovers a family that has
gained immortality after drinking from a magical spring. As Winnie learns the consequences of
living forever, she must grapple with questions about life, death, and what gives existence meaning.
The novel thoughtfully explores the balance between freedom, responsibility, and the natural cycle
of life.
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind is an inspiring true story about a young boy from Malawi who
teaches himself engineering to build a windmill and bring electricity to his village. Despite poverty
and limited access to education, William’s curiosity and perseverance lead him to create real
change for his community. The book celebrates innovation, resilience, and the power of education to
transform lives.
King Arthur tells the legendary story of a young boy who becomes king of Britain by pulling a sword
from a stone. Guided by the wizard Merlin and supported by the Knights of the Round Table, Arthur
rules with a strong sense of justice, honor, and responsibility. These tales explore bravery, loyalty,
leadership, and the struggle to do what is right, even when it is difficult.
I Am Malala is the powerful true story of Malala Yousafzai, a young girl who stood up for the right to
education in Pakistan and survived an assassination attempt by the Taliban. Through her story,
Malala shares her courage, determination, and belief that education can change the world. The book
highlights resilience, advocacy, and the power of one voice to inspire global change.
The Diary of Anne Frank is the firsthand account of a Jewish girl hiding with her family during World
War II to escape Nazi persecution. Written with honesty and insight, Anne’s diary captures the fears,
hopes, and dreams of a young girl living under extraordinary circumstances. The book is a moving
exploration of humanity, courage, and the enduring strength of the human spirit.
Echo weaves together the stories of several children across different countries and time periods, all
connected by a mysterious harmonica. Set against the backdrop of World War II, the novel explores
how music, hope, and kindness can bring people together even in the darkest times. The story
highlights resilience, compassion, and the unifying power of art.
The Outsiders follows Ponyboy Curtis and his friends as they navigate life as outsiders in a divided
society. Set in the 1960s, the novel explores themes of identity, loyalty, class conflict, and empathy.
Through friendship and hardship, the story shows the importance of understanding others and
staying true to oneself.
Pax is a heartfelt story about a boy named Peter and his pet fox, Pax, who are separated when
Peter’s father goes to war. As both Peter and Pax struggle to survive on their own, the novel
explores love, loyalty, loss, and the impact of war on both people and animals. The story emphasizes
compassion and the deep bonds between humans and nature.
Walk Two Moons tells the story of Salamanca Tree Hiddle as she journeys across the country with
her grandparents while reflecting on her own life and family. Through storytelling and selfdiscovery, Sal learns about love, loss, and understanding others’ experiences. The novel emphasizes
empathy, resilience, and the idea that every person has a story worth hearing.
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