Books About Pride & Accomplishment for Ages 12–18

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

2,019 books

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Uncle Smoke Stories

For the child curious about ancient wisdom and the clever ways we learn from our mistakes. These stories bridge modern l

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Usborne Starting Point History #1

The First Civilisations

For the curious student fascinated by how the world began. This visual guide brings the ancient civilizations of Mesopot

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Awesome 8: 50 Picture-Packed Top 8 Lists!

National Geographic Kids

For the child who loves sharing 'did you know' facts, this visual guide turns world records and natural wonders into exc

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For the curious learner who wants to see under the hood, this interactive guide lets kids peel back the layers of a T-Re

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Special Effects In Film and Television

For the child who wonders how movie magic is made, this visual guide reveals the secrets behind puppets, monsters, and d

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The Young Scientist

Jets, Spaceflight, Electricity

Mark Hewish, Philip Chapman

For the curious child who constantly asks how things work, this classic guide uses clear diagrams to demystify the power

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Anne Jankeliowitch, Philip Plisson

For the child captivated by massive machines and the mystery of the deep sea, this stunning photographic guide explores

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Max Axiom, Super Scientist

The Illuminating World of Light

For the curious student who wonders how rainbows form or how mirrors work: follow superhero Max Axiom as he explains the

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The Usborne Introduction to Art

Rosie Dickins, Mari Griffith

For the curious child who loves to draw and wonders who painted the first masterpieces. This visual guide spans cave art

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For the student who wants to understand how life works, from microscopic cells to complex ecosystems, using detailed dia

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The Incredible Pop-up Body Book

For the curious child who wonders what happens under their skin, this tactile masterpiece brings human anatomy to life w

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Forensic Science

Christopher Cooper

For the curious child fascinated by how clues like fingerprints and DNA solve mysteries, this visual guide reveals the h

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The Usborne Book of

Clive Gifford, Christopher Maynard

For the child who constantly asks how things work, this visual guide reveals the hidden inner layers of massive ships, s

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Coyote Walks on Two Legs A Book of Navajo Myths and Legends

For the child who needs to learn from mistakes, these Navajo tales show how even a clever trickster's mischief can lead

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MIT Kids Press: Animal Minds

Innovative Octopuses, Half-Brained Birds, and More Animals with Magnificent Minds

Christina Couch

For curious kids who wonder how other creatures think, this deep dive into animal intelligence reveals how octopuses, bi

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Sci-Hi: Science and Technology

Cars and Motorbikes

For the child who loves everything with an engine: this high-octane guide uses bold photos and simple text to explain ho

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Edge Books: Cross-Section

The AH-64 Apache Helicopter

Ole Steen Hansen

For the child fascinated by how things work, this guide explores the engineering and history of one of the world's most

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Awesome Race Cars

For the child who is fascinated by speed and engines, this high-octane guide explains the mechanics and thrill of profes

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The Young Engineer

Book of Superbikes

For the young enthusiast fascinated by speed and machinery: this vintage guide explores the high-performance world of 19

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The Science of Military Technology

The Science of Military Vehicles

Pamela Dell, Pete Delmar

For the curious learner who is fascinated by how heavy machinery works, this guide explores the engineering and physics

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Who Was Neil Armstrong?

Roberta Edwards

For the child who dreams of the stars and wonders what it takes to achieve the impossible. Follow Neil Armstrong's journ

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Big Nate Goes for Broke

For the child who thrives on underdog victories and middle school mischief. This hilarious story helps kids navigate sch

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Paul Faustino #1

For the teen athlete who wonders if success requires more than just practice, or the reader looking for a story where sp

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Kwame Alexander

For the family seeking to honor Black history through an inspiring lens of resilience, this poetic masterpiece celebrate