Great books for 8th grade boys

Mathabane’s autobiography is testimony to living in a brutal, bigoted society.

Intended for older readers, this story informs first-hand about the unpredictable attacks and sheer madness of Apartheid and a government that is now, fortunately, historical. The author eloquently rises above the suffering inflicted by the secret police on his family and friends, giving readers a story that powerfully portrays personal ingenuity and courage.

Perfect for: Kids who like to read about real people.

Find Kaffir Boy: The True Story of a Black Youth’s Coming to Age in Apartheid South Africa at your local library.

Fangirl draws you into Cath’s collegiate coming-of-age tale in a sl