Letters & Reading Books for Ages 12–18

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

238 books

The Shoes Fit for a King

Helen E. Bill

For the child processing trauma or prejudice, this powerful memoir shows how literature and inner strength can help a yo

Ages 14–18

Living with Adi

Zarin Virji

For the child who processes the world in their own unique way and the classmates learning to see the beauty in differenc

Ages 9–13

A Tale of Magic #1

A Tale of Magic...

Chris Colfer

For the young reader who feels like their true self is hidden or forbidden, this magical adventure explores finding your

Ages 9–13

Rats of NIMH #1

Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH

Robert C. O'Brien

For the child who needs to see that even the smallest person can be brave when family is at stake, especially during a f

Ages 8–12

World's Greatest Biographies

World's Greatest Writers

Wonder House Books

For the child who loves to daydream about stories, this collection introduces the real people behind the world's most fa

Ages 7–12

Kids in the World

Kids in Italy

Dayzee Harper

For the child who loves to question the rules and test boundaries. A clever student discovers that words only have the p

Ages 8–12

No Crystal Stair: A Documentary Novel of the Life and Work of Lewis Michaux, Harlem Bookseller

Vaunda Micheaux Nelson

For the teenager finding their voice and seeking a connection to their roots, this powerful novel honors the legacy of a

Ages 12–18

Inkheart #1

Inkheart

Cornelia Funke

For the child who finds a home within the pages of a book, this story explores the magic of reading and the courage need

Ages 10–14

All Joseph Wanted

Ruth Yaffe Radin

For the child noticing a parent's struggles or feeling the weight of a family secret. This story explores the role rever

Ages 8–12

The Library Card

Jerry Spinelli

For the child at a crossroads, this book explores how a single spark of curiosity or a new perspective can help them bre

Ages 8–12

Worser

Jennifer Ziegler

For the child who feels like an outsider or finds comfort in words while navigating a parent's health crisis and shiftin

Ages 9–12

House of Wisdom

Florence Parry Heide, Judith Heide Gilliland

For the curious child who marvels at the world of stories and seeks to understand how knowledge was preserved and shared

Ages 7–12

Fahrenheit 451

Ray Bradbury

For the teen starting to question why we think the way we do and the importance of forming their own ideas in a world of

Ages 13–18

Close to Famous

Joan Bauer

For the child who needs to know that hard beginnings can lead to sweet futures. A young girl uses her passion for baking

Ages 10–14

A Mountain of Crumbs

Elena Gorokhova

For the teen discovering that the adult world is more complex than it appears and finding their own voice within a restr

Ages 14–18

Letters from the Inside

John Marsden

For the teenager navigating a world of hidden truths and looking for a deep, honest connection with someone who truly un

Ages 13–18

A Poetry Book for Children

A. Watson Bain

For the parent wanting to introduce their child to the magic of language, this classic anthology offers a timeless colle

Ages 5–12

Mr. Lemoncello's Library #3

Mr. Lemoncello's Great Library Race

Chris Grabenstein

For the child who thrives on logic puzzles and competition, or who needs to see that persistence and teamwork are the re

Ages 8–12

The Baby-Sitters Club Mysteries #13

Mary Anne and the Library Mystery

Ann M. Martin

For the child who thrives on logic and investigation, this story follows a quiet protagonist stepping up to solve a puzz

Ages 8–12

Tales of Magic #7

Seven-Day Magic

Edward Eager

For the child who longs to find a bit of magic in the everyday and needs to learn that with great power comes the respon

Ages 8–12

Mr. Lemoncello's Library #4

Mr. Lemoncello's All-Star Breakout Game

Chris Grabenstein

For the child who thrives on high stakes and puzzles, this adventure celebrates the thrill of a challenge and the power

Ages 8–12

Carly Keene: Literary Detective #1

Braving the Brontës

Katherine Rue

For the reader who finds magic in every book. Carly's journey through time helps children connect with literary history

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

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