Books for Starting a New Activity for Ages 12–18

Explore our collection of children's books about starting a new activity recommended for kids ages 12–18.

1,323 books

The Most Inspiring Musicians Stories of All Time for Kids!

For the child finding their rhythm, these true stories of legendary musicians show how passion and practice can turn any

Ages 7–12

Boy Athletes Mental Skills

Mental Toughness for Boy Athletes

Nick Akoli

For the young athlete who struggles with pre-game nerves or losing focus under pressure. This guide helps boys build the

Ages 12–17

Boy Athletes Mental Skills

Outwork Everyone for Boy Athletes

Nick Akoli

For the young athlete who wants to level up their game by building a relentless work ethic and the mental toughness need

Ages 10–17

Boy Athletes Mental Skills

Growth Mindset for Boy Athletes

Nick Akoli

For the young athlete who struggles with pre-game nerves or feels discouraged after a loss, this guide offers tools to b

Ages 10–16

The Saga of the Pack #4

Battle Phoenix

Huckleberry Rahr

For the child who thrives on high stakes and tech, this story addresses the need to find your own place in a competitive

Ages 8–12

Race Car Driver Rain

Rain Fields Race Car Driver

Dionne Fields

For the child who dreams of the fast lane and needs a reminder that passion and grit can break any barrier, even in the

Ages 8–12

Archie and the Accidental Chicken Heroes #3

Hencraft

Anita Sachlikidis

For families dreaming of a backyard coop, this guide provides the practical steps and gentle encouragement needed to sta

Ages 6–12

The Yoga Adventure #1

The Yoga Adventure for Children

Helen Purperhart

For the adult looking to help children channel their energy through play, these guided yoga stories and games turn movem

Ages 4–12

Inspirational Sports Stories for Young Readers

Inspirational Basketball GOATS Stories

Harris Baker

For the young sports fan who needs a boost of motivation, these true stories of basketball legends show that greatness i

For the child who loves the game but feels overwhelmed by the noise of the crowd, this story offers tools to manage perf

Ages 8–12

Little Golden Book Biography

Zendaya

Lauren Clauss

For the young dreamer who loves performance and fashion, this biography shows how hard work and staying true to yourself

Ages 8–12

Who HQ Illustrated Biographies

Caitlin Clark

Olivia Luchini

For the young athlete who needs to see that hard work and record-breaking dreams are possible through dedication and tea

Ages 8–12

Jake Maddox Sports Stories

Strange Boarders

Jake Maddox

For the child who struggles when newcomers join their favorite activity or feels protective of their territory at the pl

Ages 8–12

Jake Maddox Sports Stories

Horseback Hardships

Jake Maddox

For the child who feels their nerves get in the way of their passions. A relatable look at overcoming performance anxiet

Ages 8–12

Stay Curious and Keep Exploring #1

Stay Curious and Keep Exploring

Emily Calandrelli

For the curious child who loves asking why and how. Turn your kitchen into a laboratory with 50 hands-on experiments tha

Ages 7–12

The Entrepreneurial Kid's Money Guide #1

The Entrepreneurial Kids: How to Turn Ideas into Money

Ciro Irmici

For the ambitious young creator looking to launch their first project. This guide empowers kids to turn big ideas into r

Ages 8–14

Who HQ Illustrated Biographies

Beyoncé

Tyiana Combs, Who HQ

For the young dreamer who loves to perform and needs to see how hard work, family support, and resilience turn big talen

Ages 8–12

Who HQ Graphic Novels

Who Is the Man in the Air? Michael Jordan

Gabe Soria

For the young athlete who needs to know that even the greatest legends faced rejection, this biography explores Michael

Ages 8–12

Who HQ Illustrated Biographies

The Beatles

Ellen Labrecque, Who HQ

For the child who loves music and wonders how four friends from a small town changed the world through creativity and te

Ages 8–12

The Templeton Ghosts #1

Ghosts Who Went to School

Judith Spearing

For the child who feels like an outsider, this vintage tale uses ghostly humor to show that even if you are different, y

Ages 8–12

For Curious Kids

Chemistry for Curious Kids

Nicola Huggins-Cooper

For the child who asks how the world is put together. This guide turns complex chemistry into an exciting exploration of

Ages 7–12

Cooking with Monsters #1

The Beginner's Guide to Culinary Combat

Jordan Alsaqa

For the child who feels the weight of a talented family's shadow and needs to find their own creative voice while under

For the middle schooler feeling the pressure of school cliques and the drive to earn their own independence through a cr

Ages 9–12

Jake Maddox Sports Stories

Fast-Pitch Feud

Jake Maddox

For the child navigating a changing friendship or a tough rivalry on the field. This story explores how to handle compet

Ages 8–12

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