There are 51 books in the New York Times Children’s Middle Grade Hardcover Best Sellers 2021 list. Here are the 30 books ranked from 1 to 30.
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1. The Ickabog
Weeks on the list: 45
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by: J.K. Rowling Release date: Nov 10, 2020 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
A fearsome monster threatens the kingdom of Cornucopia.
2. Wonder
Weeks on the list: 44
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by: R.J. Palacio Release date: Jan 01, 2012 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
A boy with a facial deformity starts school.
3. The One And Only Bob
Weeks on the list: 41
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by: Katherine Applegate. Release date: May 05, 2020 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
In this sequel to “The One and Only Ivan,” Bob sets out on a dangerous journey in search of his long-lost sister.
4. Refugee
Weeks on the list: 38
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by: Alan Gratz Release date: Jan 01, 2017 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
Three children in three different conflicts look for safe haven.
5. Amari And The Night Brothers
Weeks on the list: 31
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by: B.B. Alston Release date: Jan 01, 2021 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
Amari Peters competes for a spot at the Bureau of Supernatural Affairs.
6. Ground Zero
Weeks on the list: 29
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by: Alan Gratz Release date: Feb 02, 2021 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
Parallel storylines of Brandon and Reshmina take place on Sept. 11th, in 2001 and 2019.
7. The Complete Cookbook For Young Chefs
Weeks on the list: 25
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by: America’s Test Kitchen Kids Release date: Sep 15, 2018 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
Over 100 kid-tested recipes from America’s Test Kitchen.
8. Best Nerds Forever
Weeks on the list: 15
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by: James Patterson , Chris Grabenstein Release date: May 03, 2021 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
As a ghost, Finn attempts to solve his own murder.
9. The Official Harry Potter Baking Book
Weeks on the list: 13
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by: Joanna Farrow Release date: Jan 08, 2021 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
Forty-three tasty recipes inspired by the Harry Potter films.
10. Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Adventure
Weeks on the list: 13
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by: Jeff Kinney Release date: Apr 07, 2020 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
Roland and Garg the Barbarian embark on a quest to save Roland’s mom from the White Warlock.
11. Becoming: Adapted For Young Readers
Weeks on the list: 13
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by: Michelle Obama Release date: Jan 01, 2021 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
A memoir of the former first lady.
12. Little Leaders
Weeks on the list: 12
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by: Vashti Harrison Release date: Dec 05, 2017 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
The biographies of 40 African-American women who made a difference.
13. Ali Cross: Like Father, Like Son
Weeks on the list: 12
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by: James Patterson Release date: Jun 28, 2021 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
Ali investigates the shooting of new friend, Zoe.
14. Little Legends: Exceptional Men In Black History
Weeks on the list: 11
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by: Vashti Harrison with Kwesi Johnson Release date: Nov 12, 2019 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
Biographies of trailblazing black men.
15. Diary Of An Awesome Friendly Kid
Weeks on the list: 9
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by: Jeff Kinney Release date: Apr 09, 2019 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
Greg’s best friend Rowley Jefferson writes his own diary.
16. When You Trap A Tiger
Weeks on the list: 9
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by: Tae Keller Release date: Jan 01, 2020 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
Lily makes a deal with a magical tiger to heal her ailing grandmother.
17. Pax, Journey Home
Weeks on the list: 9
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by: Sara Pennypacker. Release date: Sep 07, 2021 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
A boy and his pet fox reunite after a year of separation.
18. Stamped (For Kids)
Weeks on the list: 9
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by: Jason Reynolds, Ibram X. Kendi , Sonja Cherry-Paul Release date: May 11, 2021 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
An adaptation of “Stamped” for younger readers.
19. The Game Master: Summer Schooled
Weeks on the list: 8
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by: Matt , Rebecca Zamolo Release date: Jun 01, 2021 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
Rebecca Zamolo takes on the Game Master, who threatens to ruin summer.
20. We Are Family
Weeks on the list: 8
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by: LeBron James , Andrea Williams Release date: Aug 31, 2021 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
Friends rally together to save their after-school basketball program, known as Hoop Group.
21. Pony
Weeks on the list: 7
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by: R.J. Palacio Release date: Sep 28, 2021 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
A young boy sets out on a perilous journey across America to rescue his father.
22. A Tale Of Witchcraft…
Weeks on the list: 7
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by: Chris Colfer Release date: Oct 06, 2020 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
In this sequel to “A Tale of Magic…” a mysterious new witch arrives at the academy with dark intentions.
23. Becoming Muhammad Ali
Weeks on the list: 6
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by: James Patterson , Kwame Alex, er Release date: Oct 05, 2020 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
A biographical novel of the prolific boxing champion.
24. Willodeen
Weeks on the list: 6
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by: Katherine Applegate Release date: Sep 07, 2021 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
Willodeen investigates the disappearance of hummingbears from Perchance.
25. The Christmas Pig
Weeks on the list: 5
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by: J.K. Rowling. Release date: Oct 12, 2021 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
When a young boy’s favorite toy goes missing, it’s Christmas Pig to the rescue!
26. Wow In The World
Weeks on the list: 5
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by: Mindy Thomas , Guy Raz. Release date: Mar 02, 2021 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
A journey through the pubescent body.
27. Dude Perfect 101 Tricks, Tips, And Cool Stuff
Weeks on the list: 5
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by: Dude Perfect with Travis Thrasher Release date: Jun 08, 2021 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
Step-by-step instructions to do your own trick shots.
28. The Complete Baking Book For Young Chefs
Weeks on the list: 4
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by: America’s Test Kitchen Kids Release date: Oct 01, 2019 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
One hundred plus kid-tested baking recipes.
29. The Beatryce Prophecy
Weeks on the list: 4
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by: Kate DiCamillo. Release date: Sep 28, 2021 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
The prophecy of a girl who will unseat a king unfurls.
30. The Cursed Carnival And Other Calamities
Weeks on the list: 4
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by: Rick Riordan. et al Release date: Jan 01, 2021 Find in Library Check on Amazon Google Preview |
A collection of 10 stories based on world mythologies.
Last updated on November 28, 2021
