Books for New School for Ages 8–11

Transferring schools at this age means walking into a social world that already has its rules, its groups, its inside jokes. These 710 chapter books know what that feels like: the cafeteria math, the guessing about who might be friendly, and the slow work of building a place for yourself from scratch.

710 books

Fast Break

Mike Lupica

After a devastating loss, twelve-year-old Jayson must adjust to a new foster family and find the courage to face his old

Ages 10–14

The Lonely Ones

Kelsey Sutton

Fain feels invisible amid her father's job loss and a new school, retreating into a world of imaginary monsters until a

Ages 9–12

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Shoot to Win

Dan Freedman

For the young athlete navigating the pressure of being watched, this story explores how to handle high stakes and person

Ages 8–12