Books About Pride & Accomplishment for Ages 12–18

Explore our collection of children's books about pride & accomplishment recommended for kids ages 12–18.

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For the young sports fan who dreams of the big leagues, this biography follows the grit and determination of one of foot

Ages 8–12

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

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

On the Field With...

Venus and Serena Williams

Matt Christopher

For the child who needs to see that hard work and family support can turn big dreams into reality, even when facing toug

Ages 8–12

Big Book of Who

Big Book of Who: All-Stars

Sports Illustrated Kids

For the child who loves sports facts and needs a spark to get excited about reading. This high-interest guide brings the

Ages 7–12

Little Golden Book Biography

Misty Copeland

Sherri L. Smith

For the child who thinks it is too late to start something new or feels like an outsider in their passion, this story of

Ages 8–12

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

The Baby-Sitters Club #114

Kristy Thomas: Dog Trainer

Ann M. Martin

For the child who feels overwhelmed by new responsibilities or is struggling to train a headstrong new pet.

Ages 8–12

The Baby-Sitters Club Graphic Novels #12

Jessi Ramsey, Pet-Sitter

Ann M. Martin

For the child eager to prove they are responsible enough for a first pet or a big new job. This story navigates the over

Ages 8–12

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

For the teenager dreaming of a life with horses, this realistic career story follows a young woman navigating the hard w

Ages 11–16

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 Baby-Sitters Club #105

Stacey the Math Whiz

Ann M. Martin

For the child who feels they have to hide their smarts or hobbies just to fit in with the 'cool' crowd at school.

For the child who needs a reminder that determination matters more than where you start. This biography celebrates grit

Ages 8–12

Muslim Scientists

Ibn Sina: The Great Physician

Ahmed Imam

For the curious child who loves science and history, this biography introduces the brilliant medieval scholar who shaped

Ages 8–12

The Baby-Sitters Club #21

Mallory and the Trouble with Twins

Ann M. Martin

For the young person eager to prove they are ready for more responsibility but struggling with the chaos of managing you

Ages 8–12

The Baby-Sitters Club #109

Mary Anne to the Rescue

Ann M. Martin

For the child who wants to feel capable in an emergency. Mary Anne learns that staying calm and prepared can turn her fr

Ages 8–12

The Kid Who Only Hit Homers #1

The Kid Who Only Hit Homers

Matt Christopher

For the child who loves the game but struggles to believe in their own skills on the field.

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

The Collected Works of Langston Hughes #11

Works for Children and Young Adults

Langston Hughes

For the young reader seeking to understand their place in the world through the soulful rhythms of Black life, jazz, and

Ages 6–17

Inspirational Sports Stories for Young Readers

Inspirational Football GOATS Stories

Harris Baker

For the young athlete facing setbacks or looking for motivation, these real-life stories show how legendary players used

For the young athlete who needs to see how hard work and determination turn a passion for play into world-class excellen

For the young dreamer who loves music and needs to see how hard work, resilience, and staying true to yourself can turn

Ages 8–12

The Ultimate Facts Book For Kids

The Ultimate Baseball Facts Book For Kids

Broadwood Press

For the young fan who eats, sleeps, and breathes the diamond. This fact-packed guide is perfect for kids looking to mast

Ages 7–12

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