Manners & Behavior Books for Ages 8–11

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

1,586 books

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My Body Tells Me #1

I Snoop On My Impulses

For the child who struggles with 'big urges' and acting before thinking, this detective-themed story turns impulse contr

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Tales for the Perfect Child

Florence Parry Heide

For the child who has mastered the art of the loop-hole. These witty stories explore how 'perfect' children use cleverne

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Jig, Fig, and Mrs. Pig

For the child learning that kindness is its own reward while rudeness has consequences. This funny fairy tale reimaginin

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Grandma Gets Grumpy

Anna Grossnickle Hines

For the child who needs to understand that even the most loving grown-ups have bad days and personal boundaries when rul

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Just So Stories

How the Rhinoceros Got His Skin

Rudyard Kipling

For the child who struggles with sharing or personal boundaries, this classic tale humorously shows how being impolite c

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A Very Naughty Girl

For the child who struggles with rules and feels like an outsider, this classic story explores the journey from defiance

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Dino Life Guides

How to Be a Friend

Laurie Krasny Brown, Marc Brown

For the child navigating early playground politics: this helpful guide uses dinosaur friends to model how to join a grou

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Wisdom Tales: 7 Fun Stories for Muslim Kids

Islami Jihadiyah

For parents seeking to instill Islamic ethics through storytelling, these seven tales address character-building moments

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Paddington on Top

For the child navigating new environments and unexpected visitors, Paddington’s well-meaning antics show that mistakes c

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Ava Lin, One of a Kind

For the child who focuses so much on winning the prize that they forget the point of the rules, helping them navigate th

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Miss Nelson Is Missing!

For the classroom of kids who take their teacher for granted. This funny classic helps children realize the value of kin

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Martin Mabee-Mawee #1

For the child who needs a gentle reminder that even small acts of compassion can change someone's world. Perfect for exp

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Cautionary Tales for Children

For children who appreciate dark humor and irony, these witty poems serve as a playful antidote to heavy-handed moral le

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Nelly the Monstersitter

For children struggling with boundaries or manners, this playful story uses friendly monsters to model good behavior and

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Learning How to Stay Safe

Staying Safe Online

Shannon McClintock Miller

For the child starting to use tablets or computers independently. This guide teaches the rules of the road for the digit

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Letters on the Most Common, As Well As Important, Occasions in Life, by Cicero, ... and Other Writers of Distinguished Merit; with Many Original Letters and Cards, by the Editor ... for the Use of Young Gentlemen and Ladies

For the young person learning to navigate social expectations and formal communication. This 18th-century guide teaches

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Animal Tales for Growing Minds

Glenda K. Ashworth

For the child learning how to be a good friend and neighbor. These gentle animal stories illustrate the importance of ki

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The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place #1

The Mysterious Howling

For children who feel like they don't quite fit in or are struggling to navigate new social rules. A witty tale about fi

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Fables You Shouldn't Pay Any Attention To

Florence Parry Heide, Sylvia Worth Van Clief

For the child who enjoys a bit of mischief and finds traditional 'be good' stories boring. These funny, backwards tales

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Jennifer Donnelly

For the child who struggles with entitlement or a sense of superiority, this folklore-inspired tale shows how a big help

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The Bucket List Guide #2

The Bucket List Guide to Life Skills

Stephanie True Peters

For the child eager to do things on their own, this visual guide helps middle grade readers master chores, social manner

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My Best Behavior

Harrison P. Spader, Personal Space Invader

Christianne Jones

For the child who struggles to keep their hands to themselves or understand physical boundaries, this story offers a fri

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Friendship Lessons #3

Megan Borgert-Spaniol

For the child who struggles to wait their turn to speak or needs help understanding how to show friends they are truly l

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Elizabeth Bowen

For the child who feels the pressure to always be on their best behavior and wonders if they can still be themselves whi