Animals Books for Ages 12–18

For teenagers, animal books become more complex: conservation, ethics, the science of animal cognition, and fiction that uses animals to explore what it means to be human. These 503 books meet that maturity.

503 books

Real Pigeons #5

Real Pigeons Peck Punches

Andrew McDonald

The Real Pigeons are back in their fifth adventure, tackling three new mysteries, from a stolen jewel to a vanishing tre

Ages 8–12

Spirit Animals #6

Rise and Fall

Eliot Schrefer

In the sixth book of the Spirit Animals series, Conor, Abeke, Meilin, and Rollan must journey to a desert oasis ruled by

Ages 8–12

The Mighty Bite #3

The Mighty Bite: Hog-Rocket Ruckus

Nathan Hale

Trilobite and his friends are back, hoping to strike it rich by filming an Ice Age super pig, the Entelodont. Their dang

Ages 10–14

CatStronauts #3

CatStronauts: Space Station Situation

Drew Brockington

The CatStronauts face their biggest challenge yet: a fractured team, a malfunctioning telescope, and a global disaster.

Ages 8–12

Real Pigeons #11

Real Pigeons Flap Out

Andrew McDonald

The Real Pigeons are back for their eleventh adventure, tackling disappearing lunches, an evil lookalike, and a city-des

Ages 8–12

Oz #4

Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz

L. Frank Baum

For readers enchanted by unique magical worlds and daring adventures, this Oz journey offers thrilling discoveries and q

Ages 8–12

Because of Winn-Dixie

Kate DiCamillo

For the child navigating a new town and missing loved ones, this story of a girl and her scruffy dog offers comfort, com

Ages 8–12

Oz #8

Tik-Tok of Oz

L. Frank Baum

For readers who love whimsical adventures and clever humor, join Betsy Bobbin and her friends in a journey to outsmart t

Ages 7–12

Legacy of Orïsha #2

Children of Virtue and Vengeance

Tomi Adeyemi

For teens grappling with justice and identity, this sequel delivers an epic fantasy battle for a fractured kingdom, expl

Ages 13–18

Dork Diaries #2

Dork Diaries 2: Tales from a Not-So-Popular Party Girl

Rachel Renee Russell

Nikki Maxwell's diary chronicles her chaotic Halloween, juggling her sister's ballet party, a date with Brandon, and pro

Ages 10–14

The Baby-Sitters Club Super Special #2

Baby-sitter Summer

Ann M. Martin, Becky Albertalli, Coe Booth, Sarah Kuhn, Peter Lerangis, Jahnna N. Malcolm, Emma Straub

Join Kristy, Mary Anne, Claudia, Stacey, and the rest of the Baby-sitters Club for an unforgettable summer. Some members

Ages 10–14

The Baby-Sitters Club #22

Jessi Ramsey, Pet-Sitter

Ann M. Martin

When Jessi Ramsey takes on a pet-sitting job for a house full of animals, she faces runaway snakes and sick hamsters, al

Ages 8–12

Wings of Fire #11

The Lost Continent

Tui T. Sutherland

Blue's life in Pantala is safe until his sister's metamorphosis reveals hidden dangers and a long-rumored lost continent

Ages 10–14

Island of the Blue Dolphins #1

Island of the Blue Dolphins

Scott O'Dell, O'Dell Scott

For children exploring courage, resilience, and self-reliance, this story follows a girl who survives alone on an island

Ages 9–13

Dog Man #8

Dog Man: Fetch-22

Dav Pilkey

Petey the Cat is out of jail and trying to turn over a new leaf, but Li'l Petey is struggling to find happiness. Dog Man

Ages 8–12

Wings of Fire #1

The Dragonet Prophecy

Tui T Sutherland

Follow Clay, a MudWing dragonet, and his four friends as they discover they are part of a mysterious prophecy to end a d

Ages 10–14

Percy Jackson and the Olympians #7

Wrath of the Triple Goddess

Rick Riordan

High school senior Percy Jackson needs a college recommendation from the goddess Hecate, but pet-sitting her polecat and

Ages 9–14

Oz #9

The Scarecrow of Oz

L. Frank Baum

For children who love classic adventure and discovering fantastical new worlds, this tale of courage and friendship remi

Ages 7–12

Oz #1

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

L. Frank Baum

Dorothy and her dog Toto are whisked away by a cyclone to the vibrant, dangerous land of Oz. To return home, she must jo

Ages 6–12

Spirit Animals #5

Against the Tide

Tui T. Sutherland

As Conor, Abeke, Meilin, and Rollan continue their quest for powerful talismans, they realize one of their own is a trai

Ages 8–12

The Magician's Elephant

Kate DiCamillo

For a child grappling with loss and longing, this story illuminates the power of hope, family, and believing in the unex

Ages 9–12

The One and Only Ivan #3

The One and Only Ruby

Katherine Applegate

For readers grappling with past trauma and finding healing in a new home, this novel explores memory, loss, and the powe

Ages 10–14

The One and Only Ivan

Katherine Applegate

For children learning to advocate for those who can't speak for themselves, this poignant story explores friendship, inj

Ages 8–12

Real Pigeons #13

Real Pigeons Bin Baddies

Andrew McDonald

The Real Pigeons are back in their thirteenth adventure, tackling boxed birds, trashed streets, and a snappy threat to T

Ages 8–12

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