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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Midwife's Apprentice, The

Karen Cushman

For the child who feels invisible or is struggling to find their place in the world. A homeless girl discovers her own w

Ages 10–14

A Wonderful Day

Kidkiddos Books, Sam Sagolski

For the child feeling overwhelmed by sudden changes, this classic journey shows how to find your inner strength and the

Ages 7–12

Punchbowl Farm #1

Punchbowl Midnight

Monica Edwards

For the child who thrives on real world responsibility and the quiet magic of the outdoors at night. Experience the grit

Ages 9–13

Little House #4

On the Banks of Plum Creek

Laura Ingalls Wilder

For the child learning to find joy and security when family circumstances change or when nature presents unexpected chal

Ages 7–12

Gaia Girls #1

Enter the Earth

Lee Welles

For the child who feels a deep connection to the natural world and wants to stand up against unfairness to protect their

Ages 9–12

Animal Ark #28

Foals in the Field

Lucy Daniels

For the child who feels deeply for animals in need and wants to understand the weight of real responsibility on a workin

Ages 8–12

Emily of New Moon #1

Emily of New Moon

L. M. Montgomery

For the child who feels like an outsider and finds solace in their own imagination and writing while navigating the heav

Ages 10–14

Bevis

Richard Jefferies

For the child who longs for more independence and finds their greatest joy in the untamed corners of the backyard or a l

Ages 10–14

The Golden Name Day #1

The Golden Name Day

Jennie D. Lindquist

For the child who feels like an outsider during family traditions, this story explores the joy of belonging and the magi

Ages 8–12

The Scarecrows

Robert Westall

For the teenager struggling with intense anger or resentment toward a parent's new partner and the feeling of a home no

Ages 12–16

The Black Stallion #12

The Black Stallion's Courage

Walter Farley

For the child learning that recovery takes grit and heart. When a devastating fire threatens their home, Alec and his ho

Ages 8–12

Animal Ark #24

Lion by the Lake

Lucy Daniels

For the child who feels a fierce protective instinct toward animals and wants to understand the complex balance between

Ages 8–12

Phebe Fairchild: Her Book

Lois Lenski

For the child adjusting to a stricter environment or a new family dynamic. Phebe navigates the culture shock of moving f

Ages 8–12

Whittington

Alan Armstrong

For the child who feels discouraged by school or struggles with reading, this heartwarming tale shows how stories can pr

Ages 8–12

Dear America #12

I Thought My Soul Would Rise and Fly

Joyce Hansen

For the child exploring the meaning of autonomy and self-worth during a difficult transition in history. A young girl na

Ages 9–12

The Rising Arrow

Hughie Call

For the child adapting to a drastically new environment, this story captures the grit and growth found in the rugged, re

Ages 9–12

A Traveling Photographer Book

Growing Peace: A Story of Farming, Music, and Religious Harmony

Richard Sobol

For the child curious about how different religions can live together, this true story shows how coffee, music, and hard

Ages 8–12

Purely Rosie Pearl

Patricia A. Cochrane

For the child feeling the weight of family financial stress or trying to find their place in a world that feels unfair.

Ages 9–13

Eddie's War

Carol Fisher Saller

For the young reader processing the quiet tension of a family member away at war and the bittersweet ache of growing up

Ages 10–14

Ancient Technology

Ancient Agriculture: From Foraging to Farming

Mary B. Woods, Michael Woods

For the curious middle grader wondering how we went from wandering for berries to building grocery stores, this guide un

Ages 10–14

Seed in the Sun, A

Aida Salazar

For the child who wants to understand why things are unfair and how a family's quiet strength can spark big changes in t

Ages 8–12

Deliver Us from Evie

M. E. Kerr

For families navigating the complex emotions that arise when a sibling or child comes out in a small-town or traditional

Ages 13–18

Where the Watermelons Grow

Cindy Baldwin

For the child feeling the weight of grown-up worries, this story offers a gentle path through understanding a parent's m

Ages 8–12

The Big Something

Patricia Reilly Giff

For the child adjusting to the changing rhythms of life and family. This collection follows a young girl's growth throug

Ages 8–12

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