This list was created by Fifth Grade teachers in Greeneville City Schools as a resource for parents and other teachers. These books have been used by these teachers for reading aloud and have brought much enjoyment to children. Some of these books come in a series or have multiple titles by the same author. In general, the teachers recommend all of the books by the authors listed below.
A River Ran Wild Lynne Cherry
Number the Stars Lois Lowery
Mufaro's Beautiful Daughter John Steptoe
Partners in Grime Barbara Park
Hank Zipzer Series Winkler & Oliver
Wayside School Series Louis Sachar
The People Could Fly Virginia Hamilton
Where the Sidewalk Ends Shel Silverstein
BFG Roald Dahl
The Stinky Cheese Man Jon Scieszka & Lane Smith