Are you in search of some Fun Books to Read For Eighth Graders? If so, look no further! This list includes several classics and contemporary novels that are sure to pique your child’s interest. Some great picks include The Life of Pi, Ink, Huckleberry Finn, and The InquisiTOR’S TALE. But before you make your selection, remember that it is not the only book you should consider.

Life of Pi

If you’re looking for a great book to read with your eighth-grade students, Life of Pi may be just what you’re looking for. It’s a realistic adventure and meta-tale of survival that explores the transformative power of fiction and storytelling. As an added bonus, the book also explores the power of storytelling to make us believe in God. It’s a must-read for any 8th grader!

Ink

Fun books for 8th graders can be anything that makes them laugh. Books such as Black Was the Ink by Michelle Coles are a powerful coming of age story with illustrations by Justin Johnson that examines the era that shaped modern America. To learn more about the book, Michelle Coles spoke to BNC News and We Need Diverse Books about the book’s topical content. For added benefit, the book comes with text pairings and additional comprehension questions to help them comprehend the story.

Huckleberry Finn

For many eighth graders, the enduring appeal of Mark Twain’s novel Huckleberry Finn is too strong to resist. This story of a young boy’s adventures is a classic that sets the stage for many aspiring authors. In this classic tale, the young Huckleberry Finn embodies the attitude and lifestyle of the early 20th century, complete with slang and dialect. For less accustomed readers, the book’s strong themes may be too challenging, but the end result is an enjoyable read that will leave your child smiling.

InquisiTOR’S TALE

The Inquisitor’s Tale by Adam Gidwitz is a new historical fiction title that features a variety of narrators and a mystical, medieval world. It is a morality tale with a hint of humor and is a compelling adventure story. It is a great choice for advanced readers and reluctant readers. It contains over three hundred and sixty pages of thrilling adventure and is sure to entertain.

The Interpreter of Maladies

The Interpreter of Maladies by Jhumpa Lahiri is a Pulitzer Prize winning story collection. The story focuses on the lives of Indian American characters and reflects the immigrant experience through intense character study and lyrical prose. The novel reaches high levels of complexity and has been a top pick on the Pulitzer Prize short list since 2000. It was hailed by The New Yorker as a Best Debut of the Year and has been included on the Oprah Winfy List of Recommended Books for Middle School Students.

Ink by Alice Broadway

Ink is a fantasy novel written by Alice Broadway. It takes place in a world where tattoos mark important events and religion, and those who are not inked are radicals. The story follows sixteen-year-old Leora, who is determined to pursue her dream of becoming an inker. The book is told through fables and flashbacks, and the reader learns the history behind tattoos and the characters as the story unfolds.

Fangirl

Unlike the original Fangirl, this second novel by Rainbow Rowell is set in the present, not in 1980s Nebraska. It follows 18-year-old Cath, an introverted hermit who rarely leaves her room, as she embarks on her first year at university. She is a prolific fanfiction writer in the Simon Snow fandom, a fictional world similar to Harry Potter. Although Cath remains a virgin, other characters are more sexual and use strong language.