Farming & Gardening Books for Ages 12–18

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

951 books

Calico Bush

Rachel Field

For the child who feels like an outsider or is facing a major life transition. This story explores finding strength and

For the child who loves caring for living things and wants to understand the patience and responsibility required to hel

For the child who loves animals and wants to understand the hard work, patience, and compassion required to care for a v

For the young animal lover who enjoys a gentle shiver. This story helps middle-grade readers explore the unknown through

For the teen navigating the pressure of big life decisions and the bittersweet feeling of outgrowing the world they've a

For the young animal lover learning about the responsibility and tenderness required to care for creatures that cannot h

For the student preparing a state report or the curious traveler wanting to explore the history, geography, and culture

Ages 8–12

Songs for Sixpence: A Story About John Newbery

Josephine Blackstock

For the child who loves to create and wonders how books are made. Discover how a farm boy's big ideas changed the way ch

For the student curious about the Show-Me State, this guide makes Missouri's history, landmarks, and culture accessible

For the child who loves helping others and wants to learn about the responsibilities of caring for animals and finding t

Ages 8–12

Scientists in the Field

The Frog Scientist

Pamela S. Turner

For the child who loves getting their hands dirty and wonders how scientists actually work in the wild to save our envir

Ages 9–13

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Chasing Cheetahs: The Race to Save Africa's Fastest Cat

Sy Montgomery

For the nature-loving child who wants to help endangered animals, this book explores the real-life challenges and triump

For the curious student researching a state report or the young traveler planning a trip to the Equality State.

For the child who wants to help animals in need and learns that big problems can be solved when a community works togeth

Ages 8–12

The Good Garden

Katie Smith Milway

For the child learning how small, sustainable actions can solve big problems like hunger. This story empowers kids to fi

Ages 8–12

Georgia Rules

Nanci Turner Steveson

For the child adjusting to a major life change or discovering that a parent's past is more complex than they ever imagin

Ages 8–12

Mutants, Clones and Killer Corn: Unlocking the Secrets of Biotechnology

Samantha Seiple, Todd Seiple

For the teen asking where their food comes from and why it matters. This guide untangles the complex ethics and science

Ages 12–17

The Nitty-Gritty Gardening Book

Kari Cornell

For the child who wants to grow their own food or create a tiny indoor forest. This guide helps middle-graders get their

Ages 8–12

Possum Summer

Jen K. Blom

For the child who struggles with the weight of family expectations while trying to follow their own heart and instincts

Ages 8–12

What Flowers Remember

Shannon Wiersbitzky

For the child navigating a changing relationship with a grandparent or elderly neighbor as their memory begins to fade.

Ages 8–12

Fourmile

Watt Key

For the child navigating a household of tension, this story offers a gritty look at finding the inner strength to stand

Ages 10–14

Books for a Better Earth

Restoring Prairie, Woods, and Pond: How a Small Trail Can Make a Big Difference

Laurie Lawlor

For the child who wants to protect the planet but doesn't know where to start, this book shows how a community can turn

Ages 8–12

Song of Sampo Lake

William Durbin

For the child who is starting to take on bigger responsibilities or feels the weight of helping their family through a d

Ages 9–12

Leif's Journey

Terry Hokenson

For the teenager struggling to find common ground with a strict parent. This story explores the weight of family duty an

Ages 12–18

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