Discussion questions, activities, and craft ideas for kids and tween book clubs.
The Penderwicks: A Summer Tale of Four Sisters, Two Rabbits, and a Very Interesting BoyBy Jeanne Birdsall For Ages 8-12Genre: Realistic Fiction Four spirited sisters, ages four through twelve, spend summer vacation with their father at a cottage on the beautiful Arundel estate, where misadventures of nostalgic proportions ensue. Use these discussion questions, snacks, and…
Turtle in ParadiseBy Jennifer L. Holm For Ages 8-12Genre: Historical Fiction When Turtle is sent to live with her enterprising and eccentric relatives in Key West, Florida, during the Great Depression, she encounters scams, family secrets, and buried treasure. Use these discussion questions, snacks, and activities for more engagement and fun during your next book…
Unusual Chickens for the Exceptional Poultry FarmerBy Kelly Jones For Ages 8-12Genres: Humor & Fantasy Twelve-year-old Sophie isn’t sure what to expect when her family moves from Los Angeles to a farm, but it isn’t chickens with superpowers. Sophie must learn to care for her unusual flock and keep them safe from a menacing chicken…
It’s always a great time to celebrate this classic character! Use these crafts and activities at your next elementary book club, book party, for Amelia Bedelia’s birthday (January 29, 1963), or any time. In addition to the original stories, the Young Amelia picture books and the Amelia Bedelia & Friends chapter books are perfect for…
Bud, Not BuddyBy Christopher Paul Curtis For Ages 8-12Genre: Historical Fiction In 1936, ten-year-old Bud runs away from his foster home, hoping to find his father, who he believes to be the leader of a famous jazz band. Use these discussion questions, snacks, and activities during your next book club to bring this heartwarming and…
Icefall By Matthew J. Kirby For Ages 8-12 Genre: Fantasy Princess Solveig and an army of restless berserker warriors are trapped between towering mountains and a frozen fjord. Use these discussion questions, snacks, and activities during your next book club for an epic good time. Icefall is a great choice for tween and homeschool book…
Peter Nimble and His Fantastic EyesBy Jonathan Auxier For Ages 8-12Genre: Fantasy Adventure ho! After stealing a box of magical eyes, Peter, a blind orphan raised to be a thief, is transported to a mysterious island and must undertake a quest to save those in need. Use these discussion questions, snacks, and activities during your…
Four Eyes By Rex Ogle & Dave Valeza For Ages 8-12 Genre: Graphic Novel & Memoir Rex must survive the new world of 6th grade, including bullies, new friendships, and new glasses, which his family struggles to afford. Use these discussion questions, snacks, and activities during your next book club to bring this book to…
Greenglass House By Kate Milford For Ages 8-12 Genre: Mystery Milo plans to spend his winter vacation relaxing until secretive guests fill the inn run by his parents and objects mysteriously disappear. Use these discussion questions, snacks, and activities during your next book club to bring this mystery to life. Greenglass House is great for…
Inside Out & Back Again By ThanHha Lai For Ages 8-12 Genre: Historical Fiction With the fall of Saigon, Hà and her family flee Vietnam and face the quirks and grief of being immigrants in Alabama. Use these discussion questions, snacks, and activities during your next book club to bring this book to life. Inside…