Introduction:
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) has become an essential aspect of a child’s overall growth and development, especially during their formative middle school years. SEL-themed books help students learn more about empathy, self-awareness, decision-making, and communication. These life skills go beyond the confines of a classroom, allowing them to navigate life with confidence and emotional intelligence. Here are 30 special SEL books for middle school readers that teachers and parents can consider for their adolescent readers.
1. Wonder by R.J. Palacio
2. Out of My Mind by Sharon M. Draper
3. The Giver by Lois Lowry
4. Mockingbird by Kathryn Erskine
5. Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson
6. Inside Out & Back Again by Thanhha Lai
7. Hatchet by Gary Paulsen
8. Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli
9. Rules by Cynthia Lord
10. Because of Mr. Terupt by Rob Buyea
11. The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie
12. The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate
13. The Hundred Dresses by Eleanor Estes
14. Esperanza Rising by Pam Muñoz Ryan
15. Walk Two Moons by Sharon Creech
16. Freak the Mighty by Rodman Philbrick
17. Catherine, Called Birdy by Karen Cushman
18. The Crossover by Kwame Alexander
19. Touching Spirit Bear by Ben Mikaelsen
20. Holes by Louis Sachar
21. Turtle in Paradise by Jennifer L Holm
22- Gracefully Grayson – Ami Polonsky
23- Save Me a Seat – Sarah Weeks & Gita Varadarajan
24- Brown Girl Dreaming – Jacqueline Woodson
25- Listen, Slowly – Thanhha Lai
26- The Stars Beneath Our Feet – David Barclay Moore
27- Restart – Gordon Korman
28- Front Desk – Kelly Yang
29- Harbor Me – Jacqueline Woodson
30- Ghost – Jason Reynolds
Conclusion:
Incorporating Social and Emotional Learning themes into middle school reading lists can be a powerful tool to enhance students’ interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence. These 30 special SEL books provide enjoyable stories, relatable characters, and valuable life lessons that will resonate with middle school readers. Encourage your students or children to explore these books, which not only entertain but also inspire personal growth and compassion.
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Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) has become an essential aspect of a child’s overall growth and development, especially during their formative middle school years. SEL-themed books help students learn more about empathy, self-awareness, decision-making, and communication. These life skills go beyond the confines of a classroom, allowing them to navigate life with confidence and emotional intelligence. Here are 30 special SEL books for middle school readers that teachers and parents can consider for their adolescent readers.
1. Wonder by R.J. Palacio
2. Out of My Mind by Sharon M. Draper
3. The Giver by Lois Lowry
4. Mockingbird by Kathryn Erskine
5. Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson
6. Inside Out & Back Again by Thanhha Lai
7. Hatchet by Gary Paulsen
8. Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli
9. Rules by Cynthia Lord
10. Because of Mr. Terupt by Rob Buyea
11. The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie
12. The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate
13. The Hundred Dresses by Eleanor Estes
14. Esperanza Rising by Pam Muñoz Ryan
15. Walk Two Moons by Sharon Creech
16. Freak the Mighty by Rodman Philbrick
17. Catherine, Called Birdy by Karen Cushman
18. The Crossover by Kwame Alexander
19. Touching Spirit Bear by Ben Mikaelsen
20. Holes by Louis Sachar
21. Turtle in Paradise by Jennifer L Holm
22- Gracefully Grayson – Ami Polonsky
23- Save Me a Seat – Sarah Weeks & Gita Varadarajan
24- Brown Girl Dreaming – Jacqueline Woodson
25- Listen, Slowly – Thanhha Lai
26- The Stars Beneath Our Feet – David Barclay Moore
27- Restart – Gordon Korman
28- Front Desk – Kelly Yang
29- Harbor Me – Jacqueline Woodson
30- Ghost – Jason Reynolds
Conclusion:
Incorporating Social and Emotional Learning themes into middle school reading lists can be a powerful tool to enhance students’ interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence. These 30 special SEL books provide enjoyable stories, relatable characters, and valuable life lessons that will resonate with middle school readers. Encourage your students or children to explore these books, which not only entertain but also inspire personal growth and compassion.
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