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 child who thinks things should come easy, follow Zombie as he learns that true skill comes from practice and gri

Ages 7–12

Babymouse: Tales from the Locker #4

Curtain Call

Jennifer L. Holm

For the middle schooler learning that being part of the team is just as rewarding as being the star, even when things do

For teens grappling with the weight of conflict and the complexity of pride, this visceral adaptation brings the ancient

For the child who feels limited by 'rules' or expectations, this biography shows how Marie Curie's persistence led to wo

Ages 8–12

Jake Maddox Sports Stories #1

Playing Forward

Jake Maddox

For the child who feels overlooked because of their size or is struggling to adapt when their personal goals don't match

Ages 8–12

Hooray for Women!

Marcia Williams

For the child who loves trivia and wants to feel inspired by real heroes, this vibrant comic-style guide celebrates over

For the child who feels like they are constantly finishing in second place and needs a laugh while navigating the pressu

Ages 8–12

Who Was?

Who Was Henry Ford?

Michael Burgan, Who HQ

For the child who loves taking things apart to see how they work and dreams of building something big, this biography ex

Ages 8–12

Absolutely Almost

Lisa Graff

For the child who feels like they are just okay at everything. Albie navigates the pressure of high expectations while d

Ages 8–12

G. Neri's True Adventures #1

My Antarctica

G. Neri

For the child who dreams of being an explorer, this memoir follows a real journey to the end of the world where science,

Ages 8–12

Who HQ

Who Is Michael Jordan?

Kirsten Anderson

For the young athlete who needs to know that even the greatest legends face setbacks and must outwork everyone else to r

Ages 8–12

Diary of an 8-Bit Warrior #6

Forging Destiny

Cube Kid

For the young gamer who feels like a 'noob' and needs a boost of confidence to face new challenges, both on the screen a

Ages 8–12

Little Leaders & Legends #1

Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History

Vashti Harrison

For the child who needs to see that heroes come in many forms, this gallery of trailblazers proves that anyone can chang

Ages 8–12

Who Was?

Who Was Theodore Roosevelt?

Michael Burgan, Who HQ

For the child who feels small or struggles with health, this inspiring biography shows how a sickly boy grew into one of

For the child who feels different or faces physical challenges, this biography shows how one woman turned her pain into

Ages 8–12

Tournament Upstart

Thomas J. Dygard

For the young athlete feeling intimidated by bigger competitors, this underdog story shows how grit and teamwork can bri

Ages 10–14

Who Was?

Who Was Betsy Ross?

James Buckley, Jr., Who HQ

For the curious student exploring the American Revolution, this biography follows a resilient woman whose work with need

Ages 8–12

Royal Ballet School Diaries #2

Lara's Leap of Faith

Alexandra Moss

For the child adjusting to the high stakes of a new passion while navigating a difficult peer who makes them feel less-t

For the child who feels overwhelmed by a packed schedule, this story follows Olive as she learns that saying yes to ever

Ages 8–12

Who Was?

Who Was Milton Hershey?

James Buckley, Jr., Who HQ

For the child who needs to know that early failures can lead to sweet success, this biography shows how perseverance and

Ages 8–12

Becoming: Adapted for Young Readers

Michelle Obama

For the child wondering if they are 'enough' or how to navigate big dreams, this memoir shows how a girl from Chicago's

For the young basketball fan seeking inspiration from a legend, this biography explores Kobe Bryant's relentless work et

Ages 8–12

Who Was?

Who Was Thomas Alva Edison?

Margaret Frith

For the curious child who is always taking things apart to see how they work, this biography shows how a restless mind c

Ages 8–12

Who Was?

Who Was Isaac Newton?

Janet B. Pascal, Who HQ

For the child who asks 'why' about everything or feels like an outsider. Discover how a lonely student turned a pandemic

Ages 8–12

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