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A recommended reading list for middle school (ages 11–14). Mix of beloved classics and modern favorites. Check off each book as you finish it — and remember, the “right” book is the one your child enjoys.
| Read | Title | Author |
|---|---|---|
| ☐ | The Giver | Lois Lowry |
| ☐ | Holes | Louis Sachar |
| ☐ | The Outsiders | S. E. Hinton |
| ☐ | Percy Jackson: The Lightning Thief | Rick Riordan |
| ☐ | A Wrinkle in Time | Madeleine L'Engle |
| ☐ | Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry | Mildred D. Taylor |
| ☐ | Hatchet | Gary Paulsen |
| ☐ | The Hobbit | J. R. R. Tolkien |
| ☐ | Number the Stars | Lois Lowry |
| ☐ | Maniac Magee | Jerry Spinelli |
| ☐ | The Watsons Go to Birmingham — 1963 | Christopher Paul Curtis |
| ☐ | The War That Saved My Life | Kimberly Brubaker Bradley |
| ☐ | Brown Girl Dreaming | Jacqueline Woodson |
| ☐ | Esperanza Rising | Pam Muñoz Ryan |
| ☐ | Bud, Not Buddy | Christopher Paul Curtis |
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This free printable middle school reading list features engaging novels for grades 6–8 (ages 11–14), blending classics with contemporary favorites. These books tackle bigger themes and help preteens grow as readers and thinkers. Check off each title as it's finished, and print it for the classroom, homeschool, or library.
Yes — it's free to print and share for home or classroom use.
Titles span a range of maturity. Preview any book you're unsure about, since readers in grades 6–8 vary a lot in reading level and readiness.
Offer choice, let them abandon books they dislike, and connect reading to their interests. Tracking finished books can also be motivating.