What’s your favourite book for students in grades 7 to 9?

This book, written by Alan Gratz, supports learning about how refugees are a part of our global landscape. 

- Sarah Cresswell

Gordon Korman is a great Canadian author who uses humour to talk about various topics. I recommend any of his books.

- Jennifer Lacourse
 

I love "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie ­Dimaline! The story is about survival, the strength of familial roots and hope. Kids feel connected to the characters and are able to share their own stories of resilience.

- Andrea Stevens-Miller

"The Outsiders" by S. E. Hinton never fails to engross even my most reluctant readers. They always read the book as fast as they can because they can’t wait to see how it ends. There have been many tears shed over the book as well. It is pure magic.

- Jennifer Black

I love "Al Capone Does My Shirts" by Gennifer ­Choldenko. The main ­character is a 12-year-old boy, so kids find it easy to relate to, even though the story is set in the 1930s. 
Who doesn’t love a story about Alcatraz?

- Michelle Butchart

By David Wiesner, this book teaches visual literacy. Junior high ­deserves storybooks too!

- Jackelyn Urquhart