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.

6,113 books

For the child who feels overlooked or seeks to find their own voice while navigating the high stakes of family loyalty a

Ages 9–13

The Baby-Sitters Club #54

Mallory and the Dream Horse

Ann M. Martin

For the child who has ever felt like the 'plain one' or waited a long time for a dream to come true. Mallory finally get

Ages 8–12

The Baby-Sitters Club #42

Jessi and the Dance School Phantom

Ann M. Martin

For the child pursuing a big dream who needs to stay focused and brave when facing unexpected pressure or mysterious set

Ages 8–12

The Adventures of Spot

Get Moving

Highlights for Children

For the child who feels like an outsider or is searching for a sense of belonging in a world that doesn't quite understa

Ages 13–18

The Superhero's Son Omnibus

The Superhero's Son: The Complete Saga (Books 1-9)

Lucas Flint

For the teenager grappling with high expectations and the pressure to live up to a parent's legacy while discovering the

For the child who feels the pressure to perform or the weight of a changing family, this story finds the courage to step

Ages 9–12

The Baby-Sitters Club #85

Claudia Kishi, Live from WSTO!

Ann M. Martin

For the creative child navigating the pressure of a secret identity and the desire to be heard while staying true to the

Ages 8–12

The Baby-Sitters Club #49

Claudia and the Genius of Elm Street

Ann M. Martin

For the child feeling weighed down by expectations, this story follows Claudia as she helps a young musical prodigy redi

Ages 8–12

Jake Maddox Sports Stories

Batter Power-Up!

Jake Maddox

For the child who loves gaming as much as athletics, this story follows Lucas as he discovers how his digital skills can

Ages 8–12

The Baby-Sitters Club #55

Jessi's Gold Medal

Ann M. Martin

For the child feeling the pressure of high expectations, this story explores finding balance when a new hobby becomes mo

Ages 8–12

The Baby-Sitters Club #103

Happy Holidays, Jessi

Ann M. Martin

For the child feeling overwhelmed by a busy schedule, this story explores finding balance when hobbies and responsibilit

Ages 8–12

Baseball Megastars #1994

Baseball Megastars 1994

Bruce Weber

For the young sports fan who loves diving into stats and facts about their heroes, this guide celebrates the icons of th

Ages 8–12

Kids' Class Cookbooks #1

Cooking Class

Deanna F. Cook

For the child who wants to feel capable in the kitchen, this guide builds confidence through 57 tasty, kid-friendly reci

Ages 6–12

Big Book of Who

Big Book of Who: Football

Sports Illustrated Kids

For the young sports enthusiast who loves trivia and wants to know the stories behind the legendary icons of the gridiro

Ages 8–12

Tom Gates #1

The Brilliant World of Tom Gates

Liz Pichon

For the creative child who finds school a bit of a bore, this doodle-filled diary celebrates the messy, hilarious realit

Ages 8–12

Big Book of Who

Big Book of Who: Basketball

Sports Illustrated Kids

For the child who loves trivia and wants to feel like an expert on the court. This guide highlights the legends and fact

Ages 8–12

The Dark Is Rising Sequence #2

The Dark Is Rising

Susan Cooper

For the child stepping into new responsibilities who feels the weight of growing up and the mysterious pull of the world

Ages 9–14

Thunder and Lightnings

Jan Mark

For the child adjusting to a new town or finding a deep connection through a shared hobby, this classic explores the bea

Ages 9–12

Way of the Warrior Kid #1

Way of the Warrior Kid

Jocko Willink

For the child who feels powerless against a school bully or struggles with gym class. This guide builds the mental and p

Ages 8–12

BloomBranch Big Feelings #2

My Worry Cloud

Jennifer Diaz

For the child grappling with the unsettling feeling that things aren't what they seem or who needs to find the courage t

Ages 12–18

Jake Maddox Sports Stories

Comeback Catcher

Jake Maddox

For the child who struggles with performance anxiety or fears making a mistake in front of others. Help them find the co

For the horse-crazy child eager to take on more responsibility, this story explores the ups and downs of turning a passi

Ages 8–12

Kindness for Kids #1

Kindness for Boys

Alan Watts, Steve Brewer

For children navigating divided communities or seeking their place in the world. This story explores how one boy's extra

Ages 8–12

Ranger's Apprentice #4

The Battle for Skandia

John Flanagan

For the child learning that overcoming a huge challenge requires joining forces with people who used to be rivals.

Ages 10–14

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