In this video I’m sharing my 7th grader’s independent reads from September through December 2024, and y’all… she has over 20 chapter books to talk about. This is one of my favorite kinds of homeschool videos because it’s real-life reading—what she actually picked up, what held her attention, and what she’d recommend to another middle schooler. If you’re trying to build a strong reading culture at home (without forcing a bunch of busywork), hearing a student’s honest thoughts is so helpful. I also share the bigger takeaway: letting my kids read widely is a huge part of how we do homeschool. These independent reads support our language arts naturally—vocabulary, comprehension, and stamina—while still keeping it enjoyable. If you’re looking for 7th grade book ideas, chapter book recommendations for homeschool, or you just want to see what a middle schooler is truly reading right now, this one will give you a big stack of titles to add to your list.