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

Pages & Co. #5

The Treehouse Library

Anna James

For the child who loves getting lost in their favorite books and is ready to step into the role of the brave hero during

Ages 8–12

Pages & Co. #3

The Map of Stories

Anna James

For the child who finds a sanctuary in stories, this magical quest celebrates the power of books to connect us and the c

Ages 8–12

Philemon #1

Cast Away on the Letter A

Fred

For the child who wonders where the worlds inside maps go. This surreal graphic novel invites young dreamers to explore

Ages 8–12

My Story #1

Ignatius Sancho

Judy Hepburn

For the child curious about how one person can change history, this true story explores the courage it takes to fight fo

Ages 8–12

The Dragon in the Library #1

The Dragon in the Library

Louie Stowell

For the child who claims they hate reading but loves a good adventure. Discover how books hold secret powers in this mag

Ages 8–12

Me and My Million

Clive King

For the child who struggles with reading and feels like a misfit. A young boy's mix-up with bus numbers leads to a fast-

Ages 8–12

163rd Street Trilogy #2

Yellow Bird and Me

Joyce Hansen

For the child who feels responsible for a friend or struggles to understand why a peer learns differently despite being

Ages 9–12

The Word Eater

Mary Amato

For the child navigating tricky school social hierarchies or feeling powerless against a bully, this story explores the

Ages 8–12

Secrets of the Cicada Summer

Andrea Beaty

For the child carrying a heavy weight alone, this atmospheric mystery explores the long road to healing from a family tr

Ages 8–12

Against the Odds #2

Animal Attacks

Mari Bolte, Mary Colgan

For the student who feels overwhelmed by complex texts but craves intense, true-life adventures that respect their matur

Ages 10–14

Matilda

Roald Dahl

For the child who feels small in a world of giants, this story celebrates the power of a sharp mind and the courage to s

Ages 8–12

The Lost Library

Rebecca Stead, Wendy Mass

For the child who loves uncovering secrets and wonders about the stories hidden in their own neighborhood. This gentle m

Ages 8–12

Silent Thunder

Andrea Davis Pinkney

For the child questioning why things are unfair, this story explores the internal strength and 'silent thunder' of sibli

Ages 8–12

America Border Culture Dreamer: The Young Immigrant Experience from A to Z

Wendy Ewald

For the child exploring what it means to be American while holding onto their roots, this collaborative photo essay give

Ages 8–14

Julia Gillian #1

Julia Gillian and the Art of Knowing

Alison McGhee

For the sensitive reader who fears the ending of a story might be sad, this gentle book explores how to face the 'what-i

Ages 8–12

The Wedding Planner's Daughter #2

The Cupid Chronicles

Coleen Murtagh Paratore

For the teen or tween navigating the excitement of a first crush while wanting to make a real difference in their commun

Ages 9–12

The Ballad of Lucy Whipple

Karen Cushman

For the child struggling to adapt to a major move or feeling like they don't fit into their new surroundings.

Ages 8–12

Littlejim #1

Littlejim

Gloria Houston

For the child who feels misunderstood by a parent or struggles to fit traditional expectations of strength and masculini

Ages 8–12

Pages & Co. #2

The Lost Fairy Tales

Anna James

For the child who finds magic in every library shelf and seeks the courage to protect the stories they love when things

Ages 8–12

Library of Doom #18

Invisible Ink

Michael Dahl

For the child who loves a high stakes mystery and needs a quick, exciting win to feel like a successful reader.

Ages 8–12

Scholastic Phonics #11

Amazing Animals

Jilly Hunt

For older kids who struggle with reading but love real-life heroes, this book offers high-interest animal stories at a l

Ages 7–14

Seeing the Blue Between: Advice and Inspiration for Young Poets

Paul B. Janeczko

For the aspiring writer looking to find their voice, this collection of letters from famous poets offers wisdom on the m

Ages 10–18

Behind the Scenes of K-Pop

What You Never Knew about BTS

Martha E. H. Rustad

For the young K-pop fan who finds reading a challenge, this high-interest guide uses easy text and bold photos to build

Ages 7–12

Zamonia #4

The City of Dreaming Books

Walter Moers

For the teen who views libraries as sacred spaces and finds magic in the written word, this immersive odyssey explores t

Ages 14–18

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