Writing & Storytelling Books for Ages 12–18

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

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For the child who needs to see that one person's courage can change the world. These brief biographies inspire big dream

Ages 8–12

Children's European History

Hitler's Bold Challengers

Baby Professor

For the child curious about real-life heroes who stood up for what is right during dark times. This guide introduces the

Ages 8–12

I Lived on Butterfly Hill

Marjorie Agosín

For a child grappling with a major move or separation from family. This poetic story explores finding strength and keepi

Ages 10–14

Soul Looks Back in Wonder

Phyllis F. Touchette

For the child exploring their place in the world, this stunning collection uses poetry and art to celebrate the beauty,

Ages 7–12

Don't Explain: A Song of Billie Holiday

Alexis De Veaux

For the teen navigating the complexities of artistic genius, the weight of history, and the courage required to find one

Ages 12–18

A New Story Rises

For the child who needs to see that their own story matters. This collection of youth voices celebrates the power of sel

Ages 8–18

650 - Back to High School: True Stories of Disses, Kisses, and Near Misses

Unknown

For the teenager seeking a sense of belonging or the reassurance that they aren't alone in their high school struggles,

Ages 13–18

Why Was There An American Revolution?

For the curious middle grader wondering why people fought for independence and how a group of colonies became a brand ne

Ages 8–12

Mindset Memos: Bite-sized Biographies for Learning to Think Like a Leader

Unknown

For the child who needs a boost of confidence or a shift in perspective. These short profiles of great leaders turn life

Ages 8–13

Who Were the Jacobins?

For the middle-grade student curious about how revolutions start and why they sometimes spin out of control.

Ages 8–12

Young Royals #2

Isabel: Jewel of Castilla, Spain, 1466

Carolyn Meyer

For the young reader navigating high stakes and family pressure, this diary explores the courage needed to stand firm in

Ages 9–14

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Elisabeth: The Princess Bride

Barry Denenberg

For the young reader feeling the weight of high expectations or navigating a sudden, life-changing transition into a mor

Ages 9–14

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Sŏndŏk: Princess of the Moon and Stars

Sheri Holman

For the child feeling the weight of high expectations and looking for the courage to lead with their own unique strength

For the child who bristles at restrictive rules, Kat's journey through Regency England proves that staying true to yours

Ages 8–12

Mightier Than the Sword: Rebels, Reformers, and Revolutionaries Who Changed the World Through Writing

Rochelle Melander

For the child who wants to change the world but doesn't know where to start. This inspiring collection shows how writing

For the reader grappling with heavy themes of mortality and the courage required to finish a difficult journey, this epi

Ages 10–16

The Language of Thorns

The Language of Thorns: Midnight Tales and Dangerous Magic

Leigh Bardugo

For the reader who finds beauty in the shadows and wants to explore the darker, more complex side of fairy tales where t

Ages 12–18

Pearls of Childhood: The Poignant True Wartime Story of a Young Girl Growing Up in an Adopted Land

Vera Gissing

For the reader grappling with questions of displacement and survival, this memoir offers a gentle but honest look at lif

Ages 12–18

Dear America

One Eye Laughing, the Other Weeping

Barry Denenberg

For the child grappling with news of global conflict or injustice, this diary offers a personal window into holding onto

Ages 9–14

Hello, America

Livia Bitton-Jackson

For the teen feeling like an outsider in a new place, this memoir explores the resilience required to build a new identi

Ages 12–18

How to Be Human: Diary of an Autistic Girl

Florida Frenz

For the teen or middle grader navigating the complexities of social cues and neurodiversity through the eyes of an autis

Ages 10–18

The Book of Chaos (Vivian Amberville, #2)

Louise Blackwick

For the teenager grappling with their place in a complex world and the heavy responsibility of their own creative potent

Ages 13–18

Killer Underwear Invasion!: How to Spot Fake News, Disinformation & Conspiracy Theories

Elise Gravel

For the child who asks if everything they see online is true, this silly guide empowers them to spot digital tricks and

Ages 8–12

The House of Six Doors: An Autobiographical Novel

Patricia Selbert

For the teen feeling caught between two worlds or struggling with a difficult home life after a major move. A poignant l

Ages 12–17

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