Holes

Holes by Louis Sachar

Discover the unforgettable award-winning classic Holes by Louis Sachar, a bestselling middle grade novel filled with mystery, adventure, humor, and unforgettable twists. Winner of the Newbery Medal and the National Book Award, Holes has become one of the most beloved and widely read children’s books of all time.

When Stanley Yelnats is wrongly accused of a crime, he is sent to the mysterious Camp Green Lake, a juvenile detention camp where boys spend every day digging holes in the scorching desert. Officially, the digging is supposed to “build character,” but Stanley quickly realizes there’s a deeper secret hidden beneath the dry lakebed. As he uncovers clues tied to family curses, buried treasure, and the camp’s dangerous warden, Stanley begins a journey that will change his life forever.

Blending dark humor, suspense, friendship, and themes of justice and redemption, Holes masterfully weaves together past and present into an unforgettable story about fate, resilience, and uncovering the truth. Perfect for readers ages 10 and up, this timeless novel continues to captivate generations of readers and remains essential middle grade fiction for classrooms and families alike.