My Top Chapter Books of All Time (Stand Alones)
Here's a list of some of my favorite stand alone middle grade chapter books. This list is not exhaustive by any means. I still have many books in my to be read piles, some of which will undoubtedly become favorites. But this list gives a glimpse into my reading preferences. Once again these are in no particular order. Charlotte's Web by E.B. White I've loved this story from the time I first read it. It personifies friendship for me. I wanted friends like Charlotte and Wilber. The Clockwork Three by Matthew J. Kirby I really liked the way Kirby merged the stories of Giuseppe, Hannah, and Frederick. All three main characters were sympathetic and yet very different with very different problems. Giuseppe, who is trying to find a way back to his beloved family, and the magical violin that offers hope but also danger. Hannah desperately trying to earn money to care for her family receives help from an unexpected source. Frederick bound and de...