8th grade books about Missing Persons
3 books commonly assigned to 8th grade students explore missing persons— every title’s grade range covers 8th 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 3 titles are cited by at least one US curriculum or award list for 8th grade, first published between 2009 and 2018.
3 8th grade books about missing persons
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Chomp
Carl HiaasenCited in 1 curriculum, taught from grade 6 to 8. Also covers television, reality television programs, production and direction.
Scat
Carl HiaasenCited in 1 curriculum, taught from grade 2 to 8. Also covers humor (fiction), teachers and wilderness areas.
The Jigsaw Jungle
Kristin LevineCited in 1 curriculum, taught from grade 6 to 8. Also covers jigsaw puzzles, secrets and scrapbooks.
Missing Persons books at other grades
Other 8th grade themes
Family · Friendship · Identity · Courage · Survival · History · Mystery and Detective Stories · Schools
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Frequently asked questions
What missing persons books are good for 8th grade students?
3 books exploring missing persons have a grade range that covers 8th 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 missing persons books grade-appropriate for 8th grade?
Every title's grade range covers 8th grade, so each is age-appropriate by curriculum placement. Check each book's themes and content notes before assigning.
How many missing persons books are on the 8th grade list?
This page lists 3 8th grade titles about missing persons, 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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