Entering Grade 6
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Science Fiction & Fantasy

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. (graphic novel)
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
(sequel: Fury of the Dragon Goddess)
(Rick Riordan Presents title)
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.
The First State of Being by Erin Entrada Kelly
Michael's having a great summer in 1999, doing all the normal summer things (and worrying about something called the Y2K crisis.) Then a boy appears out of nowhere who claims to be the world's first time traveller. Does this guy really have a book that can tell Michael what to expect in the future, or is something else going on?
Healer of the Water Monster by Brian Young
(sequel: Heroes of the Water Monster)
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.
Impossible Creatures  by Katherine Rundell
When Christopher saves a drowning baby Griffin, he discovers a land where magical creatures have survived for thousands of years. But suddenly, that survival is threatened, and only Christopher and a new found friend can save the sphinxes, kraken and dragons of the Archipelago.
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.
Moko Magic: Carnival Chaos by Tracey Baptiste (and other books by this author)
(sequel: Museum Mayhem-coming in September)
When Misty moves from Trinidad to Brooklyn, her family becomes obsessed with preparing for the Labor Day carnival. Then Misty begins to see scary visions that turn into reality, flames start shooting out of her cousins' mouths, and feathers turn into mysterious creatures. Misty and her cousins learn they are mokos, people entrusted with special powers to protect their community. As an evil force tries to disrupt the carnival, they will need to learn how to direct those powers soon.
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)
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.
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