Books for Discovering a Talent for Ages 12–18

Explore our collection of children's books about discovering a talent recommended for kids ages 12–18.

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In the Cities of Coin and Spice (The Orphan's Tales, #2)

For the young dreamer who loves getting lost in intricate worlds, this lyrical collection celebrates the boundless power

Ages 12–18

Short History of Nearly Everything, A

Bill Bryson

For the curious mind who finds school textbooks dry, this book transforms the history of science into an engaging, witty

Ages 12–18

Born to Dance: Celebrating the Wonder of Childhood

Jordan Matter

For the young artist looking for inspiration, this stunning collection of photography captures the athleticism and joy o

Ages 6–18

Cat Kid Comic Club #1

Cat Kid Comic Club

Dav Pilkey

For the child who loves to doodle but fears making mistakes. This hilarious guide encourages kids to embrace 'happy acci

Ages 6–12

Children of the Lamp #1

The Akhenaten Adventure

P. B. Kerr

For the child longing to discover a secret destiny, this fast-paced adventure follows twins who realize they possess mag

Ages 9–13

Putting Makeup on the Fat Boy

Bil Wright

For the teenager finding their spark and standing their ground, Carlos's journey is a vibrant, honest look at pursuing d

Ages 14–18

Invincible Louisa

Cornelia Meigs

For the young dreamer navigating family financial struggles or the girl who feels her 'tomboy' spirit and creative ambit

Ages 8–13

Taking Flight: From War Orphan to Star Ballerina

Michaela DePrince, Elaine DePrince

For the teen who feels like an outsider or is facing overwhelming odds, this powerful memoir proves that even the deepes

Ages 12–18

Who Was?

Who Was Maya Angelou?

Ellen Labrecque

For the child curious about how hard times can turn into beautiful art, this biography shows how one woman used her voic

Ages 8–12

Norman Rockwell: Storyteller With A Brush

Beverly Gherman

For the young artist who loves to draw real people or the student curious about how a famous illustrator turned everyday

Ages 9–12

Ranger's Apprentice #1

The Ruins of Gorlan

John Flanagan

For the child who feels small for their age or doesn't fit the 'traditional' mold of strength, discover a world where st

For the young reader who loves Charlotte's Web and wonders how a quiet boy from New York became one of the world's most

Ages 8–12

NERDS #1

National Espionage, Rescue, and Defense Society

Michael Buckley

For the child who feels like their quirks are flaws, this high-energy adventure transforms 'nerdy' traits into literal s

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

For the child who thinks differently and wants to prove that their unique perspective is actually their greatest superpo

Ages 10–14

Piecing Me Together

Renée Watson

For the teen girl navigating the divide between her neighborhood and a private school while finding the courage to defin

Ages 12–18

The Prince and the Dressmaker

Jen Wang

For the child exploring who they are and how to express it, this lush tale celebrates the freedom of self-discovery and

Ages 12–18

Sisters of the Quantock Hills #4

Frances' Story

Ruth Elwin Harris

For the young adult navigating the weight of family duty while trying to protect their own creative spark and personal d

Ages 12–18

Cue for Treason

Geoffrey Trease

For the child who loves high-stakes adventure and discovering hidden identities, this classic tale follows two runaways

Ages 10–14

A First Time for Everything

Dan Santat

For the middle schooler who feels invisible or overwhelmed by the 'cringe' of growing up, this memoir shows how a change

Ages 10–14

Knights of the Hill Country

Tim Tharp

For the teen feeling trapped by others' expectations, this story follows a star athlete discovering there is more to his

Ages 12–18

Hating Alison Ashley

Robin Klein

For the child who struggles with feeling 'not enough' when compared to others. This relatable story explores how insecur

For the child navigating the quiet ache of a parents' divorce and the challenge of finding their own voice when they fee

Ages 8–12

The Door in the Wall

Marguerite de Angeli

For the child facing a sudden change in their physical abilities or feeling isolated by circumstances beyond their contr

Ages 8–12

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