Science Fiction Books for Middle School

Science Fiction Books for Middle School

Science and it’s implications have been massive for humanity, science we have progressed so far as a species and why we will continue to do so, there’s just so much more that we can achieve in terms of science. This is why teaching middle schoolers about science concepts in a way that makes sense to them is the best course of action if we wish to evolve as a species.

The Day Seymour Saw More And Other Stories By David Wiseman

This is a book that is all about science, learning, and engaging storytelling. The idea behind this book by David Wiseman was that it was supposed to be a great story that would also teach children more about nature and the natural world around them. The stories are all about a spider named Seymour and his companion. They are all very engaging to read through and teach a lot to children.

Criteria for Selecting Science Fiction Books

The criteria we have for selecting books consist of the books being age-appropriate to ensure that middle schoolers are not reading any content that isn’t suited for them, ensuring that the language is something that they can comprehend. A deep exploration of scientific concepts written down for a more general audience rather than one consisting of intellectuals. Diverse perspectives imply the idea that the characters in the books should have unique viewpoints that inspire and make children think. These science fiction books for middle school will inspire children in many different ways.

Top Recommended Science Fiction Books for Middle School

Book 1: “The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins

The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

A classic novel that many children will enjoy, a story that took the world by storm in the 2010s. This book by Suzanne Collins is all about surviving in a dystopian world. Teaching middle schoolers deep concepts about post-apocalypse and the environment.

Book 2: “Ender’s Game” by Orson Scott Card

Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card

Ender’s Game is a science fiction masterpiece that is all about a young prodigy who is a master at war and his struggles to learn and defeat the alien race that threatens humanity with his smart leadership skills.

Book 3: “The Maze Runner” by James Dashner

The Maze Runner by James Dashner

An action-packed mystery story that’s all about escaping a maze with no memories of how one got there or why. The story follows a protagonist who finds himself trapped in a maze with a group of boys who all have no clue how they ended up in the predicament they were in. A powerful story that will resonate with many young middle schoolers.

Book 4: “City of Ember” by Jeanne DuPrau

City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau

A story of a city that was built to have everything. However, the problems begin when the city runs out of resources and light. This book centers around a young girl who tries to save her dying city.

Book 5: “A Wrinkle in Time” by Madeleine L’Engle

A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle

The story is about an artifact that is known as a Tesseract that is also known as a Wrinkle in Time. This book is about the protagonist trying to find their father who was lost trying to work on Tesseracts.

Themes and Discussions

Many different science fiction novels explore deep ideas and the implications that rampant scientific progress can have on our society and the world. Many science fiction tend to have dark implications of unchecked scientific progress, which can often help people learn to avoid making the mistakes that they see humans make in these novels in the pursuit of science.

Enhancing the Reading Experience

To enhance the reading experience, it’s ideal to have book groups or book clubs where discussions can take place on science fiction books. As well as encouraging readers to write their own stories this can further create an appreciation for science fiction books.

Conclusion

Science fiction or science books tend to teach children a lot about the world them, they explore deep scientific concepts all the while being fun and engaging stories in their own right. Which is why middle schoolers should involve themselves in reading these books.

Author Bio

David Wiseman is the author of “The Day Seymour Saw More and Other Stories” he wrote this book with the idea that many young children will be inspired and engaged with the content of the book, further fostering an interest in the sciences, especially the natural sciences which was his area of expertise.