Best Books for 10th Grade

For parents and educators of tenth graders, about 15 to 16 years old, this page highlights young adult and classic books suited to readers in the middle of high school. Readers this age often appreciate ambitious novels, sharp historical fiction, poetry collections and nonfiction that connects with current events and their own growing sense of the world.

Explore award-winning books first, then browse by subject or view the full list for this grade. Grade ranges are editorial suggestions, and each reader is different, so use them alongside the parent notes on each book and your knowledge of your teen.