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Farming & Gardening Books for Ages 8–11 – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Farming & Gardening Books for Ages 8–11

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

2,489 books

Cover of Home Lovely

Lynne Rae Perkins

For the child who wants to make their surroundings more beautiful. This gentle story explores how patience and a little

Cover of Country Fair

For the child who loves to observe the world around them, this quiet exploration of a local fair captures the magic of s

Cover of Seasons on a Farm

World of Farming

Seasons on a Farm

For the curious child wondering how our food grows, this vibrant guide explores the rhythmic cycle of chores and changes

Cover of The Rough Patch

The Rough Patch

For the child grappling with the heavy weight of loss, this gentle story shows that while grief is messy, life can slowl

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Cover of Amish Horses

Amish Stories #2

For the child who wonders how families live without modern technology, this book explores the hardworking world of Amish

Cover of An Amish Year

Amish Stories #1

For children curious about different ways of living, this quiet story explores the rhythmic, tradition-filled seasons of

Cover of Veronica on Petunia's Farm

Veronica on Petunia's Farm

For the child who feels like an outsider, this classic story shows how being different is something to celebrate rather

Cover of The Fox Busters

The Fox Busters

Dick King-Smith

For the child who loves outsmarting the neighborhood bully. This hilarious barnyard tale celebrates using your unique ta

Cover of A Place to Claim As Home

A Place to Claim As Home

Patricia Willis

For the child who feels like an outsider, this 1943 farm story explores how shared hard work and hidden secrets can turn

Cover of Mary Had a Little Lamb

Mary Had a Little Lamb

Sarah Josepha Hale

For the curious child who loves animals and old-fashioned songs. Explore the historical roots of a favorite rhyme throug

Cover of Potato: A Tale from the Great Depression

Potato: A Tale from the Great Depression

For the child who needs to understand how families pull together during lean times through hard work, resilience, and ap

Cover of Letting Go

The Loopy Coop Hens #3

Janet Morgan Stoeke

For the child who asks 'why' about everything in nature, these goofy hens offer a lighthearted look at the wonders of fa

Cover of My Horse of the North

My Horse of the North

For the child who loves animals and is curious about life in other parts of the world, this photo-essay explores a uniqu

Cover of Apple Tree Christmas

Apple Tree Christmas

Trinka Hakes Noble

For the child learning to find beauty after a loss, this gentle story shows how a family's beloved fallen tree is transf

Cover of Backyard Chickens

All Aboard Reading

Backyard Chickens

For the child curious about where food comes from or dreaming of a backyard coop, this guide introduces the responsibili

Cover of I Know a Lady

Charlotte Zolotow

For children learning to notice the quiet beauty in their neighborhood, this story celebrates the warm, meaningful bond

Cover of Franklin Forgets

Franklin Forgets

Paulette Bourgeois, Sharon Jennings

For the child who struggles with distraction and follow-through. Franklin learns the weight of a broken promise after ne

Cover of Snow Comes to the Farm

Seasons on the Farm

Snow Comes to the Farm

Nathaniel Tripp

For the child who finds magic in a quiet afternoon outdoors. This peaceful story captures the hushed, magical transition

Cover of The Giant Mystery

How to Grow Magic #1

The Giant Mystery

Rachel Morrisroe

For the young dreamer who loves finding magic in everyday places like the school garden and needs a boost of teamwork to

Cover of Meow Monday

Tales from Duckport #2

For the child learning that creative problem-solving and a little patience can turn a loud, overwhelming situation into

Cover of Dig and Sow! How Do Plants Grow?

At Home With Science #1

Dig and Sow! How Do Plants Grow?

For the curious child who wonders how a tiny seed becomes a tall sunflower, this hands-on guide turns your kitchen and g

Cover of Thunderstorm!

Seasons on the Farm

Nathaniel Tripp

For the child who marvels at the darkening sky or feels a bit nervous when the clouds roll in, this dramatic story expla

Cover of A Farm Through Time

A Farm Through Time

For the curious child who wonders how their neighborhood looked hundreds of years ago. Explore the evolution of human li

Cover of First Farm in the Valley: Anna's Story

Latsch Valley #1

First Farm in the Valley: Anna's Story

For the child curious about their family roots and what life was like for the very first pioneers in their lineage.