"I’m bored! There’s nothing to do! I’m sick of not being able to go anywhere or see my friends!” We hear you, kids, and we understand. Middle school sucks and as adults we will never forget that “special” time. But we can attest that finding those great books will save your tween from boredom and stay with them forever.  Now is the perfect time to get your kid back into reading. The best middle reader books understand the difficult issues your child is encountering with friends and classmates and help them deal with them with empathy and authenticity. They can also be a rollicking fun escape full of adventure! These books are aimed at children 8-12. We have compiled a list of recommendations including at least a few that are sure to grab your child’s attention, whatever their interests and personality.