Entering Grade 6

Science Fiction & Fantasy

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Angel and Bavar by Amy Wilson
Bavar is a boy living in two worlds, wishing that his family understood things like lunchboxes and potato chips, and trying to conceal the secrets of his home from his classmates. When Angel moves into the neighborhood, she sees Bavar's hunched back and fearful posture. But more than that, what she senses swirling around Bavar are some of the supernatural forces she felt the night her parents were killed.
Another Kind by Trevor Bream
Six not-quite-human kids are learning to control their paranormal activities in an isolated facility when a security breach forces them to go on the run to escape a being known as the Collector, who has frightening plans for them.
Chronicle of the Dark Star series by Kevin Emerson
Book 1: Last Day on Mars
The sun is about to go supernova and Liam and Phoebe must race to alert the last starliner to leave the solar system about the key to saving humanity.
City of the Plague God by Sarwat Chadda
Thirteen-year-old Sikander Aziz has to team up with the hero Gilgamesh in order to stop Nergal, the ancient god of plagues, from wiping out the population of Manhattan in this adventure based on Mesopotamian mythology.
Healer of the Water Monster by Brian Young
When Nathan dicides he'd rather stay the summer on his grandmother's summer property in Navajo Nation to avoid staying with his dad and his new girlfriend, he was ready for no electricity or indoor plumbing. He wasn't expecting to join in an adventure with Dine Holy Beings to heal the local Water Monster.
The Lion of Mars by Jennifer Holm
Bell has spent his entire 11 years on Mars, but is a pretty normal kid who loves cats and cake. But he is curious as to why the adults in his colony don't interact with the other colonies, and when disaster strikes, he and the other kids have to uncover the truth and work to save their families.
Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard series by Rick Riordan (and other books by this author)
Book 1: The Sword of Summer
Magnus is living on the streets of Boston when his mysterious uncle contacts him with the news that his destiny is linked to that of the Norse gods.
The Patron Thief of Bread by Lindsay Eager
The Crowns, a gang of homeless children in a busy medieval town, take up residence in a partially built cathedral. Their fearless leader hatches a plan to use their youngest member, named Duck, to work for the local baker and steal bread and money. As Duck gets to know the kindly baker, she begins to wonder if what she is doing is right. Meanwhile, a gargoyle on the roof of the cathedral watches and waits for his moment.
Shuna's Journey by Hayao Miyazaki
A Prince undertakes a quest to find grain from a mysterious western land for his hungry people, having adventures along the way. This beautiful manga-style story is written by the famous director of such movies as Spirited Away and Howl's Moving Castle. (graphic novel)
Simon Thorn series by Aimée Carter
Book 1: Simon Thorn and the Wolf's Den
When Simon discovers he's a shapeshifting Animalgam, he also finds that he must rescue his mother from a herd of New York City rats who have kindapped her. 
Sweep: The Story of a Girl and her Monster by Jonathan Auxier
When ophan Nan started as a chimney sweep in Victorian London, she had a kind mentor.  When he disappeared, she was left to the mercies of a dangerous boss--until her Monster came to save her.
The Unwanteds and Unwanteds Quests series by Lisa McMann
Book 1: The Unwanteds
Every year in Quill, 13-year-olds are sorted into categories: the strong, intelligent Wanteds go to university, and the artistic Unwanteds are sent to their deaths. Or so they're told.
A Wish in the Dark by Christina Soontornvat
In the land of Chattana all light is controlled by the Governor, and the wealthy dine and dance in the light, but the poor live in the dark. When Pong escapes from the prison where he was born, he tries to find the light but finds himself on the run from the warden's perfect daughter who is determined to capture him.