middle schools

"Alexandra, also known as Al, has been playing baseball with her older brothers for as long as she can remember. But when she ages out of Little League, it seems like it's the end of the road for Al and the sport she loves. Until, that is, her friend Sammy suggests that Al try out for the middle school team--a team that has always been boys-only. Al is prepared to fight for her right to try out, but to her surprise, the coach is delighted by her interest. When Al makes the team, it seems like everything is going to work out. But with a tenth consecutive championship on the line for Brinkley Middle School and a team that can't seem to get along, will their season ground out faster than Al can say 'home run'?"--From the publisher's web site.

"Sixth-grader Wes Henderson sets out to save the Oaks, the neighborhood where he's lived his whole life, from being sold to a real estate developer"--Provided by publisher.

"'My name is Chase Cooper, and this is my third diary as a 6th grade ninja. Another month has passed since my last entry and things have been pretty quiet up until now. But then some kid stole my book bag. The mudslide of disaster that followed has made this the worst week of my life. From being number one on Buchanan School's most wanted list to the discovery of the red ninja clan, I can't seem to catch a break. But as much as I want to give in, I know that ninjas never quit. Unfortunately, neither do their enemies'"--OCLC.

"The science fair is coming up, and everyone has been working hard to get their projects finished. But projects start disappearing, only to be found destroyed. Now the fate of the science fair rests in Chase's hands"--OCLC.

"Twelve-year-old Jacky "Ha-Ha" Hart is a class clown with a penchant for pranking--and when she's required to act in the school play to appease her frustrated teachers, she must conquer her stutter"--Provided by publisher.

Sixth-grader Zoe sets her sights on winning a laptop by becoming the top cookie-dough seller in her class, but as she becomes more obsessed with winning, she begins to lose sight of what is really important.

"Middle school is a dungeon--at least, that's how Jess sees it. Luckily, she and her best friend Olivia know how to escape into the sprawling worlds of their own imaginations. The two friends have always loved making up stories, first with little kid games of make-believe, and more recently with the fantasy roleplaying game, Dungeons & Dragons. When they play, Olivia runs the game as Dungeon Master and Jess is the solo party member, playing a take-no-prisoners, lone-wolf fighter of her own design named Sir Corius. But when Olivia wants to add new players to their group, Jess finds herself struggling to share their game--and her best friend. Will their epic campaign withstand all this change, or has their adventure--and their friendship--finally come to an end?"--Provided by publisher.

"Nat's class is visiting Philadelphia, PA, for a tour of art, culture, and history! After struggling to get her mom to sign her permission slip, Nat finally gets her parents' blessing to go. But amid spats between classmates, lost possessions, and unannounced bathroom breaks, Nat and her friend Flo get separated from the group! Can they find their way back or will be stuck in Philly?"--.

"Can a wimp like Travis Daventhorpe master the Legendary Sword of Legends and fulfill his cosmic destiny? For fans of Hilo and The Last Kids on Earth comes the second volume of this hilarious fantasy/sci-fi graphic novel series! Travis Daventhorpe is destined to save the multiverse--at least, that's what the prophecy says. But if he's a legendary warrior in the making, shouldn't he be a little better at sword fighting? With his engineering genius, Travis could develop technology to make himself unstoppable, but the wise sorcerer Bela says he needs to find his power within. Wherever he finds it, he better do it soon! The evil Nol Invictus, the ruler of the mystical realm Solusterra, is preparing a second attack--and this time, his lieutenant, the Rogue, has an army of velociborgs for backup! From Wes Molebash comes the second volume in this pun-filled, video game-inspired, sci-fi fantasy adventures series. Join Travis Daventhorpe as he dodges bullies, forges friendships, and does his best to survive gym class ... all while trying to fulfill his magical destiny!"--.

Greg records his sixth grade experiences in a middle school where he and his best friend, Rowley, undersized weaklings amid boys who need to shave twice daily, hope just to survive, but when Rowley grows more popular, Greg must take drastic measures to save their friendship.