Books About Pride & Accomplishment for Ages 12–18

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

690 books

Play Like a Girl: A Celebration of Life Lessons from the Soccer Field

For the young athlete needing a boost of confidence, this photographic journey celebrates the grit, joy, and life lesson

Ages 8–12

Grounded

Todd Domke

For the child with big dreams and a creative spirit who needs to see that even the most ambitious projects are possible

For the curious child who loves seeing the real objects and faces behind the names in history books.

Ages 8–12

Lone Wolf #11

The Prisoners of Time

Joe Dever

For the child who loves to be the hero of their own story and needs to practice weighing consequences before making big

Ages 10–15

S.M.A.R.T.S. #1

S.M.A.R.T.S. and the Droid of Doom

Melinda Metz

For the child who loves figuring out how things work and thrives when solving puzzles with friends.

For the child fascinated by the origins of the world and the complex motives of heroes, this epic finale brings the myth

For the curious child who dreams of unearthing ancient treasures, this high-energy guide explores the real-life adventur

For the child who thrives on competition or feels the pressure to prove their worth on the field, this story explores th

Ages 8–12

Cave Detectives Unraveling the Mystery of an Ice Age Cave

David L. Harrison

For the curious child who loves uncovering hidden worlds and wonders how scientists piece together the past using fossil

Ages 8–12

Frank O. Gehry Outside in

Jan Greenberg

For the child who loves to build, this look at Frank Gehry's unconventional process shows how messy sketches and big ide

Ages 8–12

Skiing and Other Winter Sports

Marit Claridge, Cheryl Evans

For the child preparing for their first trip to the slopes or a day at the rink. This guide breaks down the basics of wi

Ages 8–12

Lone Wolf #8

The Jungle of Horrors

Joe Dever

For the teen who loves to be the hero of their own story: this interactive quest empowers readers to make life-or-death

Ages 10–16

That Sweet Diamond Baseball Poems

Paul B. Janeczko

For the young athlete who lives for the crack of the bat and the smell of the grass, these poems capture the magic and q

Ages 6–12

Virtual Reality

Jack Challoner

For the tech-curious child who wants to understand the magic behind their favorite gadgets through hands-on exploration

Ages 8–12

Caroline Arnold's Dinosaurs #1

Dinosaurs All Around: An Artist's View of the Prehistoric World

Caroline Arnold

For the curious child who wonders how we know what dinosaurs really looked like. Step inside an artist's studio to see h

Ages 8–12

Spinning Away

Jake Maddox

For the young athlete struggling to get back in the game after a frightening injury or failure. Keira must find the cour

Ages 8–12

Silk & Venom: Searching for a Dangerous Spider

Kathryn Lasky

For the curious child who loves creepy-crawlies and wonders what scientists actually do all day. Follow a real arachnolo

Ages 8–12

Amazing Americans #1

Roosevelt's Rough Riders: Fearless Cavalry of the Spanish-American War

Brynn Baker

For the student who loves action but struggles with long blocks of text: this graphic-style history brings the bravery o

Ages 8–12

The Horseshoe Trilogies #3

Sweet Charity

Lucy Daniels

For the child who loves helping others and wants to understand the special bond and hard work behind training a guide do

Ages 8–12

Overground Railroad (the Young Adult Adaptation) The Green Book and the Roots of Black Travel in America

Candacy Taylor

For the teen exploring the hidden histories of America, this book reveals how Black families navigated the dangers of th

Ages 12–18

Little League

District Doubleheader

Matt Christopher

For the child juggling a busy schedule, this story explores how to stay committed to a team while chasing a creative pas

For the child dreaming of the spotlight, this story explores how to stay true to yourself and your friends when sudden f

Ages 9–12

Summer with Tommy Training a Wild Pony

Caroline Silver

For the child who dreams of their own horse and needs to understand the quiet dedication, patience, and hard work requir

Ages 8–12

Recipe for Trouble

Sheryl Berk, Carrie Berk

For the child who thrives in a group but feels the pressure of competition. This sweet story explores how to stay true t

Ages 8–12

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