10th grade books about High Schools
6 books commonly assigned to 10th grade students explore high schools— every title’s grade range covers 10th grade, so each is grade-appropriate by curriculum placement. Each links to its reading level, themes, and the curricula that cite it.
What this list holds: All 6 titles are cited by at least one US curriculum or award list for 10th grade, first published between 1990 and 2008. Themes these books most often share besides high schools: schools (4).
6 10th grade books about high schools
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After
Francine ProseCited in 1 curriculum, taught from grade 9 to 12. Also covers conspiracies, school shootings and schools.
Perfect Chemistry
Simone ElkelesCited in 1 curriculum, taught from grade 9 to 12. Also covers gangs, family problems and dating (social customs).
Plague Year
Stephanie S. TolanCited in 1 curriculum, taught from grade 9 to 12. Also covers prejudices, schools, mystery and detective stories.
Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes
Chris CrutcherCited in 1 curriculum, taught from grade 9 to 12. Also covers conduct of life, interpersonal relations and schools.
Tears of A Tiger
Sharon M. DraperCited in 1 curriculum, taught from grade 9 to 12. Also covers death, schools and african-americans.
The Only Alien on the Planet
Kristen D. RandleCited in 1 curriculum, taught from grade 9 to 12. Also covers elective mutism, friendship and household moving.
High Schools books at other grades
Other 10th grade themes
Identity · Family · Friendship · Survival · Coming of Age · Love · Power · Justice
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Frequently asked questions
What high schools books are good for 10th grade students?
6 books exploring high schools have a grade range that covers 10th grade and are assigned across US-school curricula — Common Core exemplars, AP, IB, Cambridge, and state ELA standards. Each title on this page links to its full curriculum citations and reading level.
Are these high schools books grade-appropriate for 10th grade?
Every title's grade range covers 10th grade, so each is age-appropriate by curriculum placement. Check each book's themes and content notes before assigning.
How many high schools books are on the 10th grade list?
This page lists 6 10th grade titles about high schools, ordered by how many US curricula cite each one for this grade (ties alphabetical). The list expands as more curriculum references are verified.
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