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

The Incredible New York Yankees Trivia Book

For the young baseball fan who loves facts and figures, this deep dive into Yankees history keeps readers engaged with l

Ages 8–14

Encyclopedia Brown #28

Encyclopedia Brown and the Case of the Carnival Crime

Donald J. Sobol

For the curious child who loves to prove they can outsmart the adults, this interactive collection invites them to solve

Ages 7–12

Encyclopedia Brown #21

Encyclopedia Brown and the Case of Pablo's Nose

Donald J. Sobol

For the child who loves to outsmart the grown-ups and solve a good riddle using logic, observation, and attention to det

Ages 7–12

Jake Maddox Sports Stories

Video Game Victors

Jake Maddox

For the child who struggles to balance their digital hobbies with real-life responsibilities and team dynamics.

Ages 8–12

Amelia's Notebook #29

Amelia's Middle-School Graduation Yearbook

Marissa Moss

For the child facing the bittersweet end of middle school, this notebook offers a safe place to process big transitions

Ages 9–12

Little Golden Book Biographies

Steven Spielberg

Geof Smith

For the child who loves creating their own stories or movies, this biography shows how a childhood hobby can turn into a

Ages 8–12

The Football Boy Wonder Chronicles #1

The Football Boy Wonder Chronicles 1-3

Martin Smith

For the child who refuses to let physical limitations define their dreams. Follow Charlie Fry's journey as he balances c

Ages 8–12

Historical Diaries #1

Castle Diary: The Journal of Tobias Burgess

Richard Platt

For the child who loves to wonder about the past and asks practical questions about how people used to live, eat, and ev

Ages 8–12

Jake Maddox Sports Stories

Gymnastics Challenge

Jake Maddox

For the child who is hesitant to return to a favorite activity after getting hurt, this story explores finding the coura

For the student curious about American geography and local history, this guide explores Pennsylvania's unique identity,

For the curious student researching a state report or wanting to learn about life in the Heartland, from the Great River

Ages 8–13

Little Golden Book Biography

Ronald Reagan

Lisa Jean Rogers

For the child curious about how a person goes from the silver screen to the world stage, this biography explores the lif

Ages 8–12

Ranger's Apprentice #11

The Lost Stories

John Flanagan

For the reader who isn't ready to say goodbye to their favorite heroes, these untold tales fill the gaps in the legendar

Ages 10–14

National Geographic Kids Almanac #2012

National Geographic Kids Almanac 2012

National Geographic Kids

For the child who asks a million questions about how the world works. This colorful guide turns global facts into a thri

Ages 8–12

Scientists in the Field

The Bug Scientists

Donna M. Jackson

For the curious child who loves exploring the backyard, this book reveals how real scientists use insects to solve crime

Ages 8–12

All About

All About Speed of Light

Anam Rasheed

For the child who gazes at the stars and wonders how the universe works: this guide makes the mind-bending speed of ligh

Ages 8–12

Jake Maddox Graphic Novels

Rock 'n' Goal

Jake Maddox

For the child struggling to juggle multiple hobbies and worried about letting their teammates down while pursuing their

For the student preparing their first big state report or the child curious about the places that make up America.

Ages 9–12

The Five Find-Outers #5

The Mystery of the Missing Necklace

Enid Blyton

For the child who loves solving puzzles and outsmarting the adults. A group of friends teams up to crack a mystery while

Ages 8–12

The S.Q.U.I.D. Squad #5

Journey to the Ocean's End

Megan Miller

For the child with big dreams and a tinkering spirit, this classic tale explores the incredible heights human ambition c

For the student assigned a state report who needs reliable facts, clear maps, and a deep dive into the Cornhusker State'

Ages 8–13

Rotten School #12

Punk'd and Skunked

Robert Lawrence Stine

For the child who loves a good laugh and needs a break from serious stories. Bernie Bridges and his boarding school pals

Ages 7–12

Black Girl You Are Atlas

Renée Watson

For the girl navigating the weight of the world, this moving poetry collection celebrates the strength, heritage, and mu

Ages 12–18

Children of Native America Today

Arlene Hirschfelder, Yvonne Wakim Dennis

For the child curious about the vibrant, diverse lives of Native American kids today, this book bridges the gap between

Ages 8–12

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