5 tween books with magical main characters!

Book recommendations from your favorite 7th grade teacher 🥰

In no particular order! I loved these books, but always check trigger warnings before you read or share with your own kids. You know your kids better than I do!

📕Harry Potter by J. K. Rowling

You know this one! Will make you feel: adventurous, suspenseful, exciting, mysterious, emotional, brave.

📗Howl’s Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones

A whimsical fairy tale style book that is also a Studio Ghibly film! Will make you feel: goofy, curious, comforted, calm, whimsical

📘The Marvellers by Dhonielle Clayton

If you want a more inclusive version of a magical boarding school book: read this!!! Will make you feel: curious, intrigued, excited.

📙Graceling by Kristin Cashore

An epic fantasy adventure with a diverse cast of characters! Will make you feel: Brave, adventurous, compassionate

📕The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S Lewis

A classic story of family both born and found with strong morals. Will make you feel: Emotional, whimsical, suspenseful, hopeful

What books would you add to this list??

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