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OwlCrate Jr December THINK BIG Unboxing
OwlCrate Jr December THINK BIG Unboxing

Time to take a closer look at all the wonderful goodies included in our December THINK BIG box!

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Megan Reyes, author of HEROES OF HAVENSONG: DRAGONBOY
Interview with author Megan Reyes!

Exclusive OwlCrate Jr interview with Megan Reyes, author of Heroes of Havensong: Dragonboy.

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Introducing OwlCrate Jr Monthly Reading Guides!
Introducing OwlCrate Jr Monthly Reading Guides!

Extend the reading fun each month with our new monthly reading guides curated by the author's themselves!

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20 Exciting New Middle Grade Books Out in Winter 2023!
20 Exciting New Middle Grade Books Out in Winter 2023!

There's no better way to start a new year than by looking ahead to all the incredible stories heading our way.

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15 Must Read Middle Grade Books by Black Authors
15 Must Read Middle Grade Books by Black Authors

In honor of Black History month this February, the team wanted to share some excellent own voices Middle Grade stories. Add these titles to your TBR asap and watch for more from these incredibly talented authors.

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Everything You Need to Know About OwlCrate Jr's WITCHES IN TRAINING theme!
Everything You Need to Know About OwlCrate Jr's WITCHES IN TRAINING theme!

Practice makes perfect, especially when it comes to casting magical spells! Our February book is a fantastical reimagining of an enduring classic that is laugh out loud funny, touching, and sure to bewitch readers young and old. This story will be perfect for fans of The Girl Who Drank The Moon, Eva Evergreen: Semi-Magical Witch, and Anne of Green Gables.

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Whatcha Reading? January 2023
Whatcha Reading? January 2023

After a well deserved break, Team OwlCrate is off to a strong reading start in 2023! Here are just a few of our favorite reads from January. We'd love to hear yours in the comments!

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Middle Grade Book Club — Futureland: Battle For The Park (day 3)
Middle Grade Book Club — Futureland: Battle For The Park (day 3)

Welcome to the third and final installation of our read-along of Futureland: Battle For The Park by H.D. Hunter. This is a SPOILER FILLED discussion for Chapters 16 through the end of the story.

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Middle Grade Book Club — Futureland: Battle For The Park (day 2)
Middle Grade Book Club — Futureland: Battle For The Park (day 2)

We are back for part two of our read along for Futureland by H.D. Hunter, hosted by Cheryl! Reminder that this will be a SPOILER FILLED discussion for Chapters 7–15. 

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OwlCrate Jr Backlist Reads: Animal Party!
OwlCrate Jr Backlist Reads: Animal Party!

This month’s backlist reads article is a celebration and exploration of various animals through these excellent eco fable, animal centred middle grade titles!

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