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Books About Responsibility & Accountability for Ages 12–18 – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Books About Responsibility & Accountability for Ages 12–18

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

2,144 books

Cover of The Midnight Horse

Sandy Lane Stables #7

The Midnight Horse

For the young rider managing the pressure of competition and the longing for a deep connection with a horse who truly un

Cover of The Dark Days Club

The Dark Days Club

For the teenager navigating the tension between family expectations and their own growing power, this story explores the

Cover of Love Match, The

Love Match, The

Priyanka Taslim

For the teenager navigating the heavy weight of family expectations while trying to find their own voice and follow thei

Cover of Pararescue

U.S. Air Force Special Forces #3

For the child fascinated by real-life heroes, this book explores the grueling training and bravery of the Air Force's el

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Ages 7–12

Cover of The Index Insects

Library of Doom #38

The Index Insects

A swarm of paper-eating insects escapes from a mysterious book, forcing the Librarian into a desperate battle to save th

Cover of The Sky Trap

D. S. Halacy, Jr.

For the teenager who loves technical detail and high stakes, this retro adventure explores self-reliance when a hobby fl

Cover of Longbow Girl

For the child feeling the weight of family expectations or struggling to protect what they love, this adventure offers a

Cover of Wayfarer

Faery Rebels #2

For the young reader who feels small in a big world and is looking for the courage to step outside their comfort zone to

Cover of Stacey and the Mystery at the Mall

The Baby-Sitters Club Mysteries #14

Stacey and the Mystery at the Mall

For the preteen navigating the excitement of a new local hangout while learning how to handle ethical dilemmas and commu

Cover of Dragon Sword

Mark London Williams

For the child who feels the weight of big responsibilities, this time-traveling adventure explores the bravery it takes

Cover of Giving to the Poor

The Outlaws of Sherwood Street #2

Giving to the Poor

Robbie and his friends wield a magical charm to defend a sacred Canarsee Indian burial ground from greedy urban develope

Cover of The Trouble with Jeremy Chance

The Trouble with Jeremy Chance

For the child navigating a difficult relationship with a parent or watching a sibling head off to war for the first time

Cover of Mine Hunting Ships

Mine Hunting Ships

Melissa Abramovitz

For the curious child fascinated by naval technology and the hidden dangers of the deep sea. Discover how specialized sh

Cover of The Worst Nurse

Aussie Bites #1

The Worst Nurse

For the child who feels overwhelmed by new responsibilities or squeamish about the messy side of life, this humorous tal

Cover of Triple Moon

Summer on East End #1

Melissa de la Cruz

For the teenager grappling with past mistakes and the pressure to meet family expectations while finding their own path.

Cover of Heartbreak Island

W.I.T.C.H. Adventures #6

Heartbreak Island

Lene Kaaberbøl

One member of the W.I.T.C.H. group takes the lead to recount a specific adventure shared with her circle of magical frie

Cover of The Virus

Lost in Space: The New Journeys #6

For the child who loves tech or space adventures, this story explores how a single person's mistakes can affect an entir

Cover of Drag Strip Racer

Matt Christopher Sports Stories

Drag Strip Racer

Matt Christopher

Sixteen-year-old Ken inherits a powerful racing car and sets his sights on the high-speed, high-stakes world of the drag

Cover of Flirting

Cheerleaders #7

For the teenager seeking validation through others' attention. This story explores how seeking external approval can clo

Cover of Boy Versus Rat Dog

Lost World Circus #4

Boy Versus Rat Dog

For the reader who feels like an underdog and dreams of having a secret power to protect those they love in a world that

Cover of Exploring Ecosystems

Max Axiom, Super Scientist

Exploring Ecosystems

Agnieszka Biskup

For the visual learner who is curious about how nature works together, this graphic adventure makes complex science conc

Cover of Stronger

Michael Carroll

For the teen who feels misunderstood or struggles with their own strength, this origin story explores how a person becom

Cover of The Journey Back

The Journey Back

Priscilla Cummings

For the teen grappling with past mistakes and seeking a second chance. A story about owning your actions and finding the

Cover of If Wishes Were Horses

If Wishes Were Horses

Natalie Kinsey-Warnock

For the child learning to balance their own big dreams with the heavy weight of family duty during difficult times.