Several hit movies based upon popular children's or young adult books are hitting the big screen this year! Here are the ones your tween or teen will want to download to ear-read before watching:
The Adventures of Captain Underpants
Learning Ally just released a brand new version of our beloved Captain Underpants recorded by a volunteer who doubles as a professional voice-over actor! Wow!
Grade Interest Level: 2-5
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In Theaters Now
Wonder
Meet Augie, Summer, Jackson and more in this middle-grade book about overcoming diversity, friendship and acceptance of differences. We're currently recording a "soon to be released" new version with volunteers who are professional voice-actors!
Grade Interest Level: 3-7
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In Theaters: Nov 17th
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Wonder Movie Trailer:
Divergent Series: Ascendant
Ascendant is actually an adaptation of the third book in this series, Allegiant. Like other popular series, the last book has been broken into two films.
Grade Interest Level: 9-12
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TV Movie: Release Date TBD
A Wrinkle in Time
This Newberry Medal Winner tells the story of Meg and her little brother Charles as they travel through space to find their missing scientist father. It's a classic that is sure to be a hit movie!
Grade Interest Level: 4-7
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In Theaters: March 9, 2018
A Wrinkle in Time Movie Trailer:
An Ember in the Ashes
This 2015 novel was an instant New York Times Bestseller! "This novel is a harrowing, haunting reminder of what it means to be human--and how hope might be kindled in the midst of oppression and fear." --The Washington Post
Grade Interest Level: 9-12
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Movie Release Date: TBD
Looking for Alaska
This bestselling love story follows two teenagers, Miles and Alaska. Once they meet, nothing is ever the same. Note: Common Sense Media ranks this one as ages 16+ due to subject matter.
Grade Interest Level: 10-12
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Movie Release Date: This one is caught up in production woes, but enjoy the book in the meantime!
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