Here are my and the kids’ three favourite middle grade reads from this year: The Last Firefox, The Inflatables and Werewolf Max.

The Last Firefox

By Lee Newbery

Exciting adventure for 7-11s about finding your inner fire and standing up for yourself and those you love. Plus, there’s a super cute fox who can set himself on fire! Check out Eloise and Rafa’s The Last Firefox video review on my Facebook page.

The Inflatables: Bad Air Day and Mission Unpoppable

By Beth Garrod and Jess Hitcham, illustrated by Chris Danger

The most fun you can have with pool inflatables in winter! This hilarious graphic novel will take you right back to summer at the water park. Laugh out loud funny and clever, these tales of unlikely friendships will give you that warm beach feeling. Great for kids of all ages, and their grown-ups! Check out Eloise and Rafa’s The Inflatables video review on my Facebook page.

Werewolf Max And The Midnight Zombies

By N.A. Davenport

A fast-paced, exciting story for lovers of creepy tales, with lots of gory details and fight scenes. Great for reluctant readers 7-11—the writing style is simple and punchy. Plus, hidden amongst all the zombie brains and bone-crunching are great messages about learning to control your anger and to accept yourself. Watch Eloise and Rafa's fun Werewolf Max video book review on my Facebook page.