Farming & Gardening Books for Ages 8–11

Explore our collection of children's books about farming & gardening recommended for kids ages 8–11.

2,614 books

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Mister Penny #2

Mister Penny's Race Horse

For the child who loves the underdog and values kindness. This gentle tale shows how patience and a supportive community

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For the curious child wondering how a tiny seed becomes a giant orange squash, this book captures the magic of growth th

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For the child learning to balance their pride with their responsibilities. A stubborn girl learns that stubbornness has

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Usborne Starting Points

Starting Gardening

Sue Johnson, Cheryl Evans

For the curious child ready to get their hands dirty and discover the magic of growing their own flowers, vegetables, an

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For the child who thrives on quiet moments and needs a gentle distraction while waiting for a parent to return home.

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Anna's Songs #2

Anna's Garden Songs

For children discovering the magic of the backyard. These rhythmic poems celebrate the hidden wonders of garden vegetabl

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The Giant Carrot

For the child who thrives on being the 'little helper,' this rhythmic tale shows how the smallest family member's unique

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The Crow and Mrs. Gaddy

For the child who gets caught in endless 'who started it' loops, this silly battle of wits shows how holding onto a grud

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Kathleen Van Cleve

For the child feeling the weight of family changes or a sibling's health, this magical story explores finding your voice

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Tyler's New Boots

For the child who focuses on appearances or the right gear when trying something new. Learn that grit and character matt

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Johnny Appleseed

For the child who loves exploring the backyard or wonders how things grow. This simple biography introduces the kindhear

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Stella by the Sea

For the child who feels out of place in their own home and longs for a patch of dirt to call their own while navigating

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Ann Herbert Scott

For the child who feels too small to join the big kids, this gentle story follows Kenny as he proves that patience and a

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Usborne Spotter's Guides

For the curious child who loves exploring the backyard, this vintage guide helps young explorers identify common flowers

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First Science Concepts

For the budding gardener or young scientist curious about how plants stand tall and grow. This bright guide introduces t

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Carolyn Conahan

For the dreamer who needs to learn that the best wishes are the ones shared with others. A whimsical look at managing bi

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Meanwhile Back at the Ranch

Trinka Hakes Noble

For the child who thinks life at home is boring, this hilarious tall tale shows that sometimes the biggest adventures ha

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Bluebird Summer

Deborah Hopkinson

For children processing the loss of a grandparent, this story shows how nurturing a garden and caring for wildlife can h

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The Seasons in My World

Rain and Life in a Nigerian Village

Catherine Chambers

For the curious child wanting to see how kids in other parts of the world live. Discover how the arrival of rain shapes

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Dear Molly, Dear Olive #2

Molly Gets a Goat (and Wants to Give It Back)

For the child who thinks they want a pet but doesn't realize the work involved. Molly discovers that owning a goat is a

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Daddy Darwin's Dovecot

Juliana Horatia Ewing

For a child who feels like an outsider, this gentle Victorian tale shows how hard work and loyalty can help a young pers

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For the nature-loving child who asks a million questions about animals: dive into this oversized, gorgeously illustrated

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The Loopy Coop Hens #1

Janet Morgan Stoeke

For the child who needs a gentle nudge to try something new while their friends stay in their comfort zone.

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The Cabbage Patch #2

The Cabbage Patch War

For the child who has ever felt caught in the middle of a silly grown-up argument. This quirky story follows a neighborh