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Lily’s Crossing

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Overview & Summary

During World War II, Lily's usual carefree summer at her family's Long Island beach house is upended by wartime rationing, her father's departure for the war, and her friendship with Albert, a young Hungarian refugee hiding a devastating secret about his missing sister. Patricia Reilly Giff's Newbery Honor novel captures the American home front through the eyes of a girl forced to grow up quickly.

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Who This Book Is For

A great pick for Middle school students (Grades 6–8) studying History and Humanities. Helps students connect historical events with real human stories and broader perspectives.

Grade LevelMiddle (6-8)
Lexile ComplexityMiddle School (800L - 1100L)

Why CE Recommends This Book

Selected for Academic Enrichment & Readiness. Pushing slightly beyond standard classroom expectations, this title widens vocabulary, supports steady Lexile growth, and builds the academic rigor needed for advanced middle and high school courses.

Academic & Admissions Takeaways
Grade & Readiness: Aligned for Middle (6-8).
Lexile Complexity: Targeted for Middle School (800L - 1100L).
Subject Alignment: Enhances historical understanding and essay writing in English Literature, History.
Reading Goal: Lexile growth, classroom discussion readiness & essay depth.