Farming & Gardening Books for Ages 12–18

Explore our collection of children's books about farming & gardening recommended for kids ages 12–18.

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Gloria Whelan's Travels

Chu Ju's House

Gloria Whelan

For the child grappling with the weight of tradition or systemic unfairness, this story follows a brave girl's selfless

For the child searching for their place in the world and wondering about their family roots, this epic quest explores ho

Ages 9–14

The Cocalero Novels #1

I Am a Taxi

Deborah Ellis

For the child grappling with the reality of systemic injustice and the heavy weight of family responsibility in the face

Ages 10–14

Time Apart, A

Diane Stanley

For the child grappling with a parent's serious illness and the unsettling feeling of being uprooted to an unfamiliar en

Ages 11–15

Queen of Hearts

Martha Brooks

For the teenager grappling with a sudden, serious illness that separates them from their family and the familiar world o

Ages 12–17

Gone Camping

Brandee German, Nehemiah German

For the child learning to navigate intense changes and finding the strength to rebuild when their world feels turned ups

Ages 14–18

A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian

Marina Lewycka

For the adult child navigating the complexities of an aging parent's unexpected choices and the reopening of old family

Ages 16–18

The Raging Quiet

Sherryl Jordan

For the teen feeling misunderstood or isolated, this historical tale explores the power of connection and the danger of

Ages 12–18

Discworld: Tiffany Aching #1

The Wee Free Men

Terry Pratchett

For the child stepping into big responsibilities while processing the loss of a mentor, this tale celebrates the grit re

Ages 9–14

Joey Takes A Stand

Jupiter Kids

For the child grappling with the pain of separation or the heavy realities of the world, this classic tale explores the

Ages 9–14

The Daily Life of Muslims during The Largest Empire in History

Baby Professor

For the curious student exploring how ancient societies were organized, this guide looks at the complex social structure

Ages 9–12

Dark Harvest

Norman Partridge

For the teenager who feels trapped by small-town expectations and is searching for the courage to break free from a cycl

Ages 14–18

Who Built the First Human Civilization? Ancient Mesopotamia

Baby Professor

For the curious student starting to wonder how cities and writing began. This book simplifies the vast history of Sumer

Ages 7–12

Young Founder: Hustle Series

Atlanta Hustle: From Dirt to Dollars

Gregory Lilien

For the child who loves to create and build, this story shows how a simple school project can blossom into a real-world

Ages 9–12

Little House #7

Little Town on the Prairie

Laura Ingalls Wilder

For the teen feeling the weight of new responsibilities. Laura balances school, her first job, and family sacrifices as

For the child who feels the sting of unfairness when their goals are blocked. Follow a determined girl who takes her edu

For the child who thrives on routine and hard work. Experience the satisfying rhythms of a 19th-century farm where patie

Ages 8–12

The Wish and the Peacock

Wendy S. Swore

For the child grappling with the 'new normal' after losing a parent, this story explores the fierce desire to hold onto

Ages 8–12

Great Plains Trilogy #1

O Pioneers!

Willa Cather

For the reader discovering how resilience and a deep connection to the land can carry a family through hardship and chan

Ages 13–18

Rise Up and Write It

Nandini Ahuja

For the child who notices something wrong in their neighborhood and wants to change it. Learn how to organize a communit

Ages 8–12

Great Plains Trilogy #3

My Ántonia

Willa Cather

For the young reader navigating a big move or seeking to understand the grit and beauty of the immigrant experience in a

Ages 12–18

Abe Lincoln Grows Up

Carl Sandburg

For the child who feels like an outsider or struggles with limited resources, this poetic look at a young Abe Lincoln sh

Ages 9–14

Reaching Dustin

Vicki Grove

For the child learning to look past appearances and see the hidden struggles others face, especially when dealing with t

Ages 9–12

Macho!

Victor Villasenor

For the teenager grappling with what it means to be a man while facing systemic injustice and the harsh reality of provi

Ages 14–18

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