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NAMS SUMMER READING

2026

NAMS SUMMERREADING2026

WELCOME! WELCOME!

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Welcome to the summer reading portal for the North Andover Middle School!


Here, you will find a whole host of lists, links, and tools to help you decide what to read this summer. Please keep in mind that the books listed on this site are ONLY suggestions. Please feel free to read any book that interests you.


Click on the following grade-level links for specific instructions from your teachers.


Entering 6th Grade

Entering 7th Grade

Entering 8th Grade

READER ADVISORY TOOLS READER ADVISORY TOOLS

Tools to help you figure out what to read next! Tools to help you figure out what to read next!

Please note that the reading levels of the suggested books vary. To determine if a book is for you:


  • Read book summaries
  • Read the first few pages
  • Read book reviews
  • Utilize the following tools:
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Books in a Series Database

(offered by Nebraska Library Commission)

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Love a certain author? Use Literature Map to discover new authors similar to those you like!

SUGGESTED AUTHORS SUGGESTED AUTHORS

FICTION AUTHORS

Kwame Alexander

Kimberly Brubaker Bradley

Rob Buyea

Pablo Cartaya

Ernesto Cisneros

Christopher Paul Curtis

Sharon Draper

Margarita Engle

Alan Gratz

Margaret Peterson Haddix

Mary Downing Hahn

April Henry (YA)

Jennifer Holm

Gordon Korman

Mike Lupica

Wendy Mass

Karen M. McManus (YA)

Marissa Meyer (YA)

Jennifer Nielsen

Linda Sue Park

Gary Paulsen

James Ponti

Jason Reynolds

Rick Riordan

Lauren Roberts (YA)

Aisha Saeed

Ruta Sepetys (YA)

Neal Shusterman (YA)

Cynthia Leitich Smith

Christina Soontornvat

Rebecca Stead

Padma Venkatraman

Sarah Weeks

Jaqueline Woodson

Kelly Yang


NONFICTION AUTHORS

Susan Campbell Bartoletti

Georgia Bragg

Candace Fleming

Deborah Hopkinson

Gail Jarrow

Jim Murphy

Tod Olson

Steve Sheinkin

James Swanson

Michael Tougias

Carole Boston Weatherford

AWARD WINNERS AWARD WINNERS

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ALA Youth Media Awards

These awards are announced annually and are given to authors and illustrators for their distinguished contribution to children's and young adult literature. Click here to access the ALA website to learn more about each award.


Click here for a complete list of this year's award winners.

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The Newbery Medal

Awarded to the author of the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children.


Click here for a complete list of Newbery Award winners.

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The Sibert Medal

Awarded to the author of the most distinguished informational book.


Click here for a complete list of Sibert Award winners.

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ALA’s Graphic Novels & Comics Round Table & ALSC List

This reading list highlights the best graphic novels for kids published through 2025.

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Massachusetts Children's Book Award

A curated list of nominated middle grade books that are voted on by students in grades 4-6.


Click here for the 2026-2027 list of nominees.

Click here to see past year's nominees and winners.

Click here for a direct link to the MCBA collection in Sora.

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Mass Teen Choice Book Award

A curated list of nominated teen and young adult books that are voted on by students in grades 7 - 12.


Click here to see this year's nominees.

Click here for a direct link to the MTCBA collection in Sora.

SORA E-BOOKS & DIGITAL AUDIOBOOKS SORA E-BOOKS & DIGITAL AUDIOBOOKS

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Access thousands upon thousands of eBooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines via Sora!


Click HERE to learn how to sign in!


Download the SORA Mobile App from the App Store or Google Play to read and listen to books on your Apple, Android, or mobile device! (Choose North Andover Schools in the drop down menu)

SUMMER @ THE STEVENS SUMMER @ THE STEVENS

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GET A LIBRARY CARD!

Sign up for a Stevens library card to get access to books, eBooks, audiobooks, electronic resources, museum passes, games, instruments, and some great programming! AND...it's for FREE!

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