I like making displays of Best of books from late November until the book awards. ( usually end of January) Many of the books then fly off the display.
AASL's list of the best websites to use with students. Be sure to check out the other years as well, including landmark websites, sort of a "Hall of Fame".
Great list. Interesting site, although loaded with ads and affiliate links. Most of these are geared toward elementary, although some would work for middle