Related

Fiction and nonfiction about candy and the history of chocolate complement the film with Timothée Chalamet as the young Willy Wonka. 

Fiction and nonfiction booklists for kids who are enthralled with the Disney movie, astronomy, or both. 

How did Suzanne Collins dream up Panem and the Hunger Games? Influences range from Roman Gladiators to the Vietnam War, as this booklist shows. 

Cicely Lewis recommends books for the BeyHive.

The best-selling author recommends nine books by Indigenous authors for fans of the award-winning TV series about four teens on an Oklahoma tribal reservation. 

Dogs and cats save the day in these appealing stories for young children about rescue squads and community helpers.

In tune with the charming Netflix romance streaming September 15, these novels deliver a destination romance, a bittersweet love story, and upbeat fun.

These magical stories for preschoolers to tweens will appeal to kids swept up in the movie coming to Disney+ on September 6. 

These series about friend duos will appeal to young children just starting to read independently—and watching the streaming show on Apple TV.  

These elementary books also feature versions of the Monkey King, a character from a 16th-century Chinese tale and central character in a new streaming release.

Suggest these age-appropriate titles to those wanting to learn more about the Manhattan Project and the devastating legacy of the bomb it produced.

Hand these just-scary-enough stories to kids taken with the new movie based on the iconic Disney World ride. 

SLJ asked librarians and educators to weigh in on which classics should remain on summer reading lists. Inspired by the most popular titles that emerged, SLJ editors and members of NCTE’s Build Your Stack® Committee have curated this year’s round of “Refreshing the Canon” suggestions.

Elementary and middle grade fans of this coming-of-age classic will love these recommendations.

Middle grade books about sports, family, and friendship for kids watching the Disney+ series based on Kwame Alexander's Newbery-winning novel. 

Hand these titles to YA readers taken with Tim Burton's twist on the classic Addams Family franchise.

Hand these middle grade and YA titles to kids watching the new Netflix series about British teen ghost hunters, adapted from books by Jonathan Stroud.

Dragons take center stage in these series for elementary kids watching the Netflix adaptation of Ruth Stiles Gannett's 1948 classic.

These YA recommendations tackle real-life issues.

These middle grade tales of space travel will enchant kids who like the Disney+ film about a family trying to save a fantastical planet.

Characters in these four middle grade novels fight unjust rules and buck the school system, like Matilda. 

Like the wooden puppet, protagonists of these middle grade selections seek family bonds, learn to love, and find out what it means to be human.

Chills, thrills, and heart infuse these four elementary and middle grade selections featuring goblins, monsters, and more. 

Hand these books to middle graders in need of some magical tales. 

Hand these books to tweens and teens who love Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. 

Hand these books to thrill-seeking readers who love the Netflix series of scary stories.

Share these titles with readers caught up in the magic and intrigue of the Netflix movie.

Share these humorous picture books with fans of Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile.

Elementary-aged fans of the Apple-TV series will like these books that chronicle managing divorce, moves, and friendship.

High fantasy and detailed world building mark these titles for fans of Lord of the Rings.

Self-discovery, burgeoning independence, and romance take center stage in these teen reads.

Summer love figures large in these novels for fans of the Amazon show based on Jenny Han's YA novel.

Still slugging it out with Jane's evil stepmother, her treacherous schooldays, and the love-him hate-him Rochester? NCTE & SLJ want to refresh the canon with some new favorites that supply some of what we love about Jane Eyre—gothic settings, independent heroes, atmospherics—but skip the mad wife in the attic.

Sisterly bonds and friction, discussions of class, and post–Civil War historical fiction capture the essence of Little Women, Louisa May Alcott's most famous work. Plus, a biography of the author herself!

Hatchet is a well-known story, and the themes of adventure and survival remain great hooks for reluctant readers. Consider these nine titles as recent read-alikes for Gary Paulsen's popular tale.

The discussion around whether Shakespeare is still relevant in classrooms today is one that has been flourishing for years, with strong cases on all sides. Consider pairing some of the traditional works of the Bard with these newly reimagined stories.

Lee’s classic is perhaps one of the most widely read, lauded, and taught American novels. Refresh the curriculum with these complex depictions of anti-Black racism and the ongoing fight for justice. 

The Great Gatsby has gone through numerous retellings in various media, from movies to graphic novels. From a graphic novel adaptation to a contemporary thriller, here are nine works to read alongside the classic. 

J.D. Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye has long been a classroom staple. These more recent titles offer narratives with similar themes, such as mental illness, family strife, and growing up.

William Golding's Lord of the Flies remains a riveting go-to, especially for units on the rise of brute force over democratic rule, and the need of society to protect the less able. These read-alikes, curated by the NCTE and SLJ, are intended to enrich the context, amplify the message, or offer an alternative view. 

S.E. Hinton's seminal work The Outsiders ushered in a golden age of young adult literature. Here are nine books that reflect on the same themes of friendship, class tension, and adolescence. 

These eight titles are great accompaniments to John Steinbeck's The Grapes of Wrath, as updated expansions on the novel's themes and its historical setting.

Hand these YA page-turners to high schoolers watching the popular Netflix series about British teens. 

Hand these books to elementary readers who like the clever, fast-paced movie about animal predators trying to be nice. 

Starry-eyed characters follow their passions in three middle grade novels for kids excited about the Disney+ film adapted from Tim Federle's novel.

Hand these books about teens, music, and deafness to fans of the Oscar-winning film about an aspiring young singer with Deaf parents. 

Superheroes and alternate dimensions disrupt everyday life in these rollicking books for readers grade 4 and up.

Love it or hate it, this Netflix show entrances aspiring readers. The preschool set will love these books, too.

Hand these school capers to elementary and middle school kids who are excited about the show based on the Lincoln Peirce series.

Books for kids glued to the Disney movie and humming along to its soundtrack by Lin-Manuel Miranda. 

Readers who loved Shang-Chi's action, adventure, and lore should enjoy these three titles.

These elementary and middle-grade books channel the heart and humor of the new series based on Cece Bell's autobiographical Newbery Honor graphic novel.

Four novels with diverse characters chronicle the travails of wealthy teens. xoxo.

Hand these middle grade and YA novels to students who like the high fantasy epic based on the popular Robert Jordan book series.

Hand these four titles to tweens and teens drawn to Steven Spielberg's take on the classic musical.

Three entertaining books for elementary students and middle schoolers excited about Greg Heffley's animated screen debut.

Three sci-fi novels for teens who love the latest film adaptation.

Four STEM-themed adventures for elementary students drawn to the appealing series. 

Students enjoying the antics of a new generation at Bayside High should check out these YA titles.

Hand these middle grade mysteries to kids captivated by the streaming adaptation of Trenton Lee Stewart's popular novel.

These elementary and middle grade books will appeal to fans of the new Space Jam film starring LeBron James, in theaters and streaming on HBO Max from July 16.

Hand these books to fans of the trilogy based on RL Stine's bestselling series.

These titles should appeal to fans of this live-action movie about the iconic Disney villain.

Fans of "Raya and the Dragon" should enjoy these titles.

Beyond the original Walter Dean Myers title that the movie adapted, here are some book recommendations for teens who like Netflix's Monster.

Teens who love this adaptation of the Broadway musical from Lin-Manuel Miranda and Quiara Alegría Hudes should find common themes, character-driven stories, and spirit in these books.

Animal pals and a touch of magic infuse these books for kids who are drawn to the adaptation of Kate DiCamillo's Newbery winner about a girl and a squirrel who turns out to have superpowers.

Hand these nail-biters to teens drawn to the movie based on Patrick Ness's novel The Knife of Never Letting Go.

Students looking forward to the eight-episode Netflix series, adapted from the novel by Leigh Bardugo, will like these action-packed titles. 

Hand these novels for fans of this reboot of the 1984 Karate Kid movie, in which Johnny Lawrence has grown up and opened his own dojo.

These elementary books full of light-hearted hi-jinks will appeal to fans of Wakko, Yakko, Dot, and friends.

Three page-turners for fans of the show about a teenage British spy, based on best-selling books by Anthony Horowitz. 

Three delectable middle grade books for fans of the wildly popular cooking show.

Books to accompany the show set in the Star Wars universe about a bounty hunter who roams the galaxies with a fuzzy green infant in tow.

Appealing novels for fans of this comedy starring Devi, an Indian American teen, co-created by Mindy Kaling.

Hand these YA novels to students drawn to the realistic series about a diverse group of teens in Los Angeles.

Hand these novels to young horse lovers and fans of the new streaming movie, a contemporary spin on Anna Sewell's 1877 novel starring Kate Winslet as the titular narrator.

Hand these mysteries to fans of the streaming movie about Sherlock's younger sister, adapted from the middle grade series by Nancy Springer.

Books with a dose of magic for kids who like Sarah Mlynowski’s middle grade series and the new streaming movie.  

Hand these four books to middle schoolers craving chills and thrills...from the comfort of home. 

Books for kids who like these summer and fall 2020 shows and movies.

Keep connected to powerful stories of social justice this summer with these streaming shows and books.

New and classic books for kids who like these shows.

Holiday anticipation can wreak havoc on bedtime routines. Deck your seasonal book displays with titles that will lull young children to sleep when all else fails.

Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Children's Book Week, November 4–10, with titles that salute the magic of stories and pleasures of reading. 

Grandparents loom large in young children's lives, and storytimes featuring these beloved family members are especially welcome as Grandparent's Day (September 8) nears.

Hand these books to kids who are excited about upcoming films including Abominable, The Addams Family, Sonic the Hedgehog, and Maleficent 2.

Navigating new places and spaces, meeting teachers, making friends—it's all part the school experience, and picture books can ease the way.

The concepts of flow, community, and nonverbal communication are explored in three intriguing and artistically daring games.

We offer seven books in various formats for middle graders and up that do not offer one-on-one substitutions for Ayn Rand's Anthem, but will certainly satisfy readers' dystopian cravings.

Those assigning Scott O'Dell's 1960 novel Island of the Blue Dolphins may want to look at these contemporary and historical works featuring coming-of-age themes and accurate depictions of Indigenous culture. 

If the prospect of Charles Dickens's Great Expectations for your students looks dim, the NCTE and SLJ has curated a list of books with similar themes that provide greater context or recast Pip's story into a more accessible format, such as the highly graphic manga version included here. 

Laura Ingalls Wilder's 1935 novel Little House on the Prairie features a young girl coming of age amid the homesteading movement. These suggested titles feature accurate portrayals of the period and of Indigenous communities, as well as works with themes of family bonds and migration.

George Orwell's modeling of a totalitarian society in 1984 has long been a staple of the literary canon. Consider these seven titles that feature dystopian, futuristic, and repressive societies—and teens who fight back.

The power of friendship, identity, and the search for a place to belong are some of the themes explored in John Steinbeck's slim novel Of Mice and Men and in these five selections.

Mark Twain's books have been a part of U.S. American literary canon since their inception. Here are nine YA books that tackle similar themes, presenting stories full of tenacity. perseverance, and self-awareness. 

It is a truth universally acknowledged, that every year brings with it countless Jane Austen adaptations. These 12 novels are some of our favorites and perfect for reading alongside the source material.