Content Considerations: Includes spooky/creepy scenes and ghostly tension that may be unsettling for sensitive readers.

Content Considerations: Mild fantasy peril and suspense, but generally accessible and age-appropriate.

Content Considerations: Addresses racism, bullying, and identity (including family dynamics like divorce), though in age-appropriate ways.

Content Considerations: Includes discussions of racism, segregation, and historical violence that may require context or guided discussion.

Content Considerations: Minimal—light suspense with no major content concerns.

Content Considerations: Moderate, mostly situational/intensity-based. The book includes peril and disaster scenarios (e.g., tornado, flash flood, fire), the presence of looters/strangers, and one upsetting moment involving animal cruelty (a kitten is killed). A handgun is discovered; Maddie takes it for protection and practices with it (it is not used in a conflict). There’s also a brief mention of Maddie getting her first period, plus some mild language.

• Synopsis: A group of students investigates a mystery involving stolen time capsules at their school.

• Mystery Connection: Traditional, clue-based detective story with clear suspects and problem-solving.

Content Considerations: Minimal—very accessible and appropriate for a wide range of readers.

Content Considerations: Includes themes of grief/loss and some intense action scenes.

Content Considerations: Minimal - includes grief/loss themes but handled gently.

In alternating chapters, Fleming deftly moves readers back and forth between Amelia's life (from childhood up until her last flight) and the exhaustive search for her and her missing plane. With incredible photos, maps, and handwritten notes from Amelia herself—plus informative sidebars tackling everything from the history of flight to what Amelia liked to eat while flying (tomato soup)—this unique nonfiction title is tailor-made for middle graders.

Amelia Lost received four starred reviews and Best Book of the Year accolades from School Library Journal, Kirkus Reviews, Horn Book Magazine, the Washington Post, and the New York Times.

Fifteen-year-old Edith Brown and her mother climb into Lifeboat 14. Edith begs her father to join them. Why won't he?

Eleven-year-old Billy Carter kneels down on the slanting deck of the Titanic and hugs his beloved dog--a tan and black Airedale. Can Billy save himself and his pet?

These and other young people came from many walks of life. Now, on the night of April 14, 1912, they all face a life-or-death crisis aboard the Titanic. When the unthinkable occurs, can they survive?

Content Considerations: Mild supernatural elements and family tension, generally appropriate.

Content Considerations: Very minimal - focuses on friendship conflict and competition stress.