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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Geronimo Stilton Graphic Novels #9

Geronimo Stilton Graphic Novels

Geronimo Stilton

For the child who prefers visual storytelling over long paragraphs. This fast-paced series uses colorful fonts and time

Ages 7–12

Give Yourself Goosebumps #34

Elevator to Nowhere

Robert Lawrence Stine

For the child who loves to be in the driver's seat and craves spooky thrills, this interactive adventure explores the po

Ages 8–12

Zet Takes On #4

Mystery of the Egyptian Temple

Scott Peters

For the child who loves to lead the way, this interactive adventure turns historical discovery into a high-stakes missio

Ages 7–12

National Geographic Kids Almanac #2010

National Geographic Kids Almanac 2010

National Geographic Kids

For the curious child who asks 'why' about everything. This vibrant collection of facts and photos turns world explorati

Ages 8–12

The S.Q.U.I.D. Squad #6

Revenge of the Mummies

Megan Miller

For the child who loves a good shiver and a fast-paced mystery, this graphic novel brings legendary monsters into a rela

Ages 8–12

The S.Q.U.I.D. Squad #1

The Mineshaft Menace

Megan Miller

For the gaming enthusiast who needs a nudge toward reading, this adventure builds confidence through a familiar digital

Ages 7–12

Julia Rothman Anatomy #4

Ocean Anatomy

Julia Rothman, John Niekrasz

For the curious child who marvels at the shoreline and wonders what lies in the deep blue. This visually stunning guide

Ages 8–14

Interactive History Book for Kids

Dangerous Dinosaurs

Joshua George

For the adventurous reader fascinated by the mysteries of prehistory and the high-stakes thrill of survival in a world w

Ages 12–18

The Search for Sunfire

Bonnie S Anderson

For the adventurous reader who loves discovering early legends of science fiction and fantasy through a high-stakes ques

Ages 10–14

The Black Stallion #15

The Black Stallion and Flame

Walter Farley

For the child navigating intense competition or rivalry, this story shows how a shared external challenge can turn forme

Ages 8–12

The Ultimate Trivia Book

The Ultimate Football Trivia Book

Christopher Price

For the young sports fan who loves to memorize every stat and story. This deep dive into NFL history is perfect for bond

Ages 8–15

National Geographic Kids Almanac #2025

National Geographic Kids Almanac 2025

National Geographic Kids

For the curious child who loves amazing facts, this vibrant almanac is packed with photos, games, and wonders from acros

Ages 8–12

Ripley's Believe It or Not! Special Edition #2006

Ripley's Believe It or Not! Special Edition 2006

Mary Packard

For the curious child who loves to marvel at the extraordinary, this collection of global oddities and amazing records t

Ages 8–12

Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #25

The Ghost of Blackwood Hall

Carolyn Keene

For the child who loves uncovering secrets and is learning that things aren't always what they seem, especially when fac

Ages 8–12

National Geographic Kids Almanac #2024

National Geographic Kids Almanac 2024

National Geographic Kids

For the curious child who loves to stump their parents with trivia and explore everything from exotic animals to the lat

Ages 8–12

Zet Takes On #3

Mystery of the Egyptian Amulet

Scott Peters

For the adventurous child who loves to lead the way, this interactive historical mystery turns readers into archaeologis

Ages 8–12

The Happy Hollisters #16

The Happy Hollisters and the Ice Carnival Mystery

Jerry West

For the family looking to inspire teamwork and critical thinking, these siblings demonstrate how to navigate a winter my

Ages 7–12

Give Yourself Goosebumps #6

Give Yourself Goosebumps - Revenge of the Body Squeezers

Robert Lawrence Stine

For the child who enjoys being in the driver's seat and needs a playful way to face their fears through low-stakes, inte

Ages 8–12

Give Yourself Goosebumps #17

Give Yourself Goosebumps - Little Comic Shop of Horrors

Robert Lawrence Stine

For the reader who loves to be in the driver's seat and craves a thrill where they decide whether to face the villain or

Ages 8–12

Julia Rothman Anatomy #1

Farm Anatomy

Julia Rothman

For the curious child who wants to know exactly how a tractor works or what is inside a chicken coop, this visual guide

Ages 7–14

Land of the Free

Song of the Pines

Walter Havighurst, Marion Havighurst

For the child finding their footing in a new place, this story follows a young immigrant building a life through hard wo

Ages 9–13

Giant Giant

Dylan Hewitt

For the child venturing out on their own for the first time, needing to find their unique spark and place in a big, busy

For the middle schooler navigating a multicultural identity, this verse novel celebrates the beauty of family, poetry, a

Ages 9–14

The Chalet School #20

Tom Tackles the Chalet School

Elinor M. Brent-Dyer

For the child who feels like a square peg in a round hole, this story follows a high-spirited girl learning to channel h

Ages 9–14

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