Manners & Behavior Books for Ages 12–18

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

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Maid of the King's Court

For the teenager navigating high-stakes social circles and learning that staying true to oneself is the ultimate surviva

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For the teenager navigating the pressure of high expectations and the weight of family secrets while searching for their

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Our Australian Girl: Daisy #1

Daisy in the Mansion

For the child curious about history and the reality of growing up fast, this story explores finding your voice while wor

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The Circle of the Sciences #2

An Easy Introduction to the English Language

For the curious student interested in how people used to learn, this historical primer provides a fascinating look at 18

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The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science #1

The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science

For the child who feels like an outsider or doesn't fit the 'traditional' mold, this wild adventure celebrates the brill

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The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook

The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Middle School

David Borgenicht, Ben H. Winters, Robin Epstein

For the student feeling overwhelmed by the social and academic pressures of junior high, this guide offers humorous, ste

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Dimsie Moves Up

Dorita Fairlie Bruce

For the child adjusting to new responsibilities and social hierarchies, this classic tale explores the growth that comes

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The Circle of the Sciences #1

Grammar Made Familiar and Easy

For the student struggling with stiff grammar rules, this 18th-century classic uses a gentle, simplified approach to mak

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The Royal Diaries #18

Victoria: May Blossom of Britannia

For the child who feels restricted by rules or expectations and dreams of one day finding their own voice and independen

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Sports Illustrated Kids: Most Controversial Plays

Soccer's Most Controversial Plays: You Make the Call!

Heather E. Schwartz

For the young soccer fan who loves to debate the rules, this interactive guide puts them in the referee's shoes to make

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Myrtle Hardcastle Mystery #3

Cold-Blooded Myrtle

Elizabeth C. Bunce

For the precocious child who loves questioning authority and digging for the truth in a world that expects them to stay

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Suzanna Snow Mystery #2

The Mastermind Plot

For the child who bristles at strict rules but loves a mental challenge. This 1904 mystery follows a girl balancing high

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Wilderness Days

Jennifer L. Holm

For the girl navigating a world where she doesn't seem to fit, this frontier adventure follows a 'proper' young lady lea

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Zodiac Girls #1

From Geek to Goddess

For the child who struggles with entitlement and needs a gentle nudge toward empathy, accountability, and seeing beyond

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Matthew Martin #1

Everyone Else's Parents Said Yes

For the child who uses jokes to get attention, this story explores the thin line between being the class clown and a cla

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A Countess Below Stairs

For the teen navigating a major life upheaval who needs to see that grace, hard work, and staying true to oneself can le

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James Patterson, Steven Butler

For the child who struggles with rules or feels misunderstood, this dog's-eye view makes the challenge of behaving well

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A Smart Girl's Guide #1

A Smart Girl's Guide: Middle School

Julie Williams Montalbano

For the girl feeling nervous about the big jump to 6th grade. This supportive guide offers the inside scoop on lockers,

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Sense and Sensibility

For the young reader navigating the balance between following their heart and using their head while facing big life cha

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Goddess Girls Social Club

A Goddess Girls Guide to Life's Lesson

For the girl navigating the tricky transitions of middle school, from friendship shifts to finding her own voice in the

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A Spy in the House

For the reader seeking their own path, this gripping Victorian mystery follows a former thief who finds a new family and

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My Royal Story #1

Victoria: An English Princess's Diary 1829

For the child who feels restricted by rules or lonely at home, this diary explores the weight of big responsibilities an

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Diamonds & Deceit

For the teen navigating the pressure of high expectations, this Edwardian drama explores the weight of family duty versu

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How Lazy Can You Get?

Phyllis Reynolds Naylor

For the child who loves to question authority through literal logic, this silly story explores what happens when kids ta

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