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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For the child who longs to find magic in the mundane, this portal fantasy turns an ordinary attic into a gateway to a ki

Ages 8–12

Gaia Warriors

Nicola Davies, James Lovelock

For the child concerned about the planet, this guide explains the science of global warming while profiling the real-lif

Ages 10–15

Stella Díaz #2

Stella Díaz Never Gives Up

Angela Dominguez

For the child who wants to protect the planet but isn't sure where to start. Stella finds her voice and her community wh

Ages 8–12

Cluedle #2

The Case of the Golden Pomegranate

Hartigan Browne

For the curious child who loves cracking codes and testing their wits, this interactive mystery turns the reader into a

For the teen exploring how their unique talents can challenge systemic unfairness in a world where music and technology

Ages 13–18

Jake Maddox Sports Stories

Longboard Letdown

Jake Maddox

For the child who has lost their nerve after an accident. Jax must navigate the fear of getting back on his longboard af

Ages 8–12

Edge Books: Motocross

Motocross Freestyle

Tina P. Schwartz

For the thrill-seeking child who is captivated by stunts and motorcycles but finds long novels daunting.

Ages 8–14

Between Worlds

Skip Brittenham

For the teen who feels trapped in a boring routine and longs for a life of purpose, magic, and high-stakes adventure.

Ages 10–16

The Sword of the Spirits #1

The Prince in Waiting

John Christopher

For the child navigating a world of secret rules and unspoken expectations while trying to find their own voice and sens

Ages 10–14

The Newbery Authors Collection

The Highest Hit and Other Selections by Newbery Authors

Martin Harry Greenberg, Charles Gordon Waugh

For the young reader who wants to explore different worlds and voices, this anthology introduces exceptional storytellin

Ages 8–12

Cherry Money Baby

John M. Cusick

For the teen weighing a secure path against a risky dream, this story explores what happens when small-town roots collid

Ages 14–18

The Land of Green Ginger

Noel Langley

For the child who loves the magic of classic fairy tales and dreams of proving their bravery on a grand, whimsical quest

Ages 8–12

Dragon Forged Chronicles of Dragon Aerie

Travis Simmons

For the teenager searching for their place in a world that feels broken, this desert epic explores finding a sense of pu

Ages 13–18

The House on Sunrise Lagoon #3

Halfway to Harbor

Nicole Melleby

For the child navigating a parent's mental health diagnosis or feeling the weight of family changes and personal anxiety

Ages 8–12

African Princess The Amazing Lives of Africa's Royal Women

Joyce Hansen

For the child who loves stories of real-life heroes and wants to see themselves in the pages of history. Discover the po

Ages 8–12

How to Be Luminous

Harriet Reuter Hapgood

For the teenager grappling with the weight of profound loss and seeking a path to rediscover beauty when the world has t

For the child curious about how a regular farm kid can change the world through honesty, hard work, and a lifetime of he

Ages 8–12

A Tale Dark and Grimm #2

In a Glass Grimmly

Adam Gidwitz

For the adventurous reader who finds typical fairy tales too sugar-coated, this darkly funny journey explores what happe

For the child exploring their own identity, this 19th-century tale follows a young girl discovering that her world is mu

Ages 8–12

Last of the Sandwalkers

Jay Hosler

For the child who asks a million questions about the bugs in the garden and wants to know how scientists actually prove

For the child who feels their hard work goes unnoticed or struggles with a bossy partner who takes all the credit.

Ages 8–12

Henry Ford and the Model T

Michael O'Hearn

For the visual learner who is fascinated by how things are made. This graphic history explores the grit and innovation b

Ages 8–12

Race of the Radical

Fanny Howe

For the child who thrives on fast-paced competition and loves the thrill of solving a mystery alongside a loyal group of

Ages 8–12

Jake Maddox Sports Stories

Cowgirl Grit

Jake Maddox

For the young rider or athlete facing performance anxiety, this story follows Shelby as she learns to trust herself and

Ages 8–12

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