1. “To Kill a Mockingbird” by Harper Lee
   • Themes: Racial injustice, coming of age, moral growth
2. “1984” by George Orwell
   • Themes: Totalitarianism, surveillance, individual freedom
3. “The Catcher in the Rye” by J.D. Salinger
   • Themes: Teenage angst, alienation, identity
4. “The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins
   • Themes: Survival, rebellion, media influence
5. “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” by Stephen Chbosky
   • Themes: Mental health, friendship, sexuality
6. “The Hate U Give” by Angie Thomas
   • Themes: Racial profiling, activism, community
7. “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” by Mark Haddon
   • Themes: Neurodiversity, family dynamics, mystery
8. “The Book Thief” by Markus Zusak
   • Themes: World War II, power of words, human resilience
9. “The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian” by Sherman Alexie
   • Themes: Cultural identity, poverty, perseverance
10. “The Fault in Our Stars” by John Green
    • Themes: Love, mortality, meaning of life

These books offer diverse perspectives and tackle important themes that can help shape a teenager’s worldview as they transition into adulthood.