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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The Partisan

Simon Watson

For the child navigating the complex social dynamics of a new group or a secret club, exploring the delicate balance bet

Ages 10–14

The Dragon that Ate Summer

Brenda Seabrooke

For the child feeling frustrated by a summer on the sidelines, this story of a secret garden visitor turns a boring reco

Ages 8–12

Picturing a Nation: The Great Depression's Finest Photographers Introduce America to Itself

Martin W. Sandler

For the child curious about how people survive tough times, this powerful collection of photography explores resilience

Ages 10–14

Black Potatoes The Story of the Great Irish Famine, 1845-1850

Susan Campbell Bartoletti

For the student curious about why so many families left Ireland, this gripping account explores the struggle for surviva

Ages 10–15

Hank the Cowdog #45

The Case of the Shipwrecked Tree

John R. Erickson

For the child who loves to turn the backyard into a grand adventure, this hilarious tale follows a dog's misguided attem

Ages 7–12

Hard Gold

Avi

For the child feeling the weight of family responsibility, this gritty journey explores the lengths one will go to prote

Ages 8–12

Jip: His Story

Katherine Paterson

For the child navigating a complex sense of belonging, this gripping historical mystery explores the deep meaning of hom

Ages 10–14

Grandma Dowdel #1

A Long Way From Chicago

Richard Peck

For the child who needs to see that life before screens was anything but boring and that grandparents can be the most re

Ages 8–13

The Circuit #2

Breaking Through

Francisco Jiménez

For the teenager navigating the weight of family responsibility while chasing a dream that feels out of reach due to sys

Ages 12–18

Kids Fight #2

Kids Fight Extinction

Martin Dorey

For the child who loves animals and wants to help the planet, this handbook provides empowering 'missions' to protect bi

Ages 8–12

The Murder of Hound Dog Bates

Robbie Branscum

For the child processing the loss of a pet or navigating complicated feelings toward family members when things go wrong

Ages 8–12

Stone Fox

John Reynolds Gardiner

For the child learning about the weight of responsibility and the power of devotion, this story explores how love drives

Ages 8–12

The News Series #1

The Stone Age News

Fiona MacDonald

For the child who loves trivia and 'on-the-scene' reporting, this book turns ancient history into a fun, fast-paced tabl

Ages 8–12

Little Britches Rodeo

Murray Tinkelman

For the young animal lover or aspiring athlete curious about the grit and discipline of youth rodeo competition.

Ages 8–14

Ida Early #1

Ida Early Comes over the Mountain

Robert Burch

For children processing the loss of a parent or facing hard times, this story shows how a quirky, imaginative spirit can

Ages 8–12

A Handful of Stars

Cynthia Lord

For the child noticing social divides for the first time, this story explores how friendship can bridge different worlds

Ages 8–12

Daily Life

Daily Life on a Southern Plantation, 1853

Paul Erickson

For the student curious about the complexities of American history, this visual guide explores the starkly different dai

Ages 9–13

The Dutch Cheese, and Other Stories

Walter de la Mare

For the child who loves the feeling of twilight and the mystery of the woods, these lyrical stories blend everyday life

Ages 8–12

The Tale of Rescue

Michael J. Rosen

For children who love stories of brave animals and the quiet power of the natural world, this lyrical tale explores the

Ages 8–12

Keeping Barney

Jessie Haas

For the child who dreams of having their own horse, this story gently explores the transition from romantic fantasy to t

Ages 8–12

A Horse Called Elvis

John Heffernan

For the child adjusting to a big move or a difficult family change. This story shows how the bond with an animal can hel

Ages 9–12

Hank the Cowdog #9

The Case of the Halloween Ghost

John R. Erickson

For the child who loves to laugh through their nerves, this silly Western mystery proves that even 'Head of Ranch Securi

Ages 8–12

You Choose: Interactive History Adventures

The Great Depression

Michael Burgan

For the curious middle grader wondering how families survived the 1930s. This guide uses primary photos to explain the c

Ages 9–14

The Cabin Faced West

Jean Fritz

For the child feeling isolated after a move, this story shows how resilience and a surprise visitor can turn a lonely ho

Ages 8–12

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