Writing & Storytelling Books for Ages 8–11

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

6,508 books

For the child who feels strongly about fairness and helping those who cannot help themselves. Nancy Drew tracks down the

Ages 8–12

Dave the Potter: Artist, Poet, Slave

Laban Carrick Hill

For the child who needs to see how creativity can flourish even in the hardest circumstances, this poetic story celebrat

Ages 6–10

Macbeth

William Shakespeare

For the teen or middle schooler exploring the heavy weight of choices and the slippery slope of 'doing whatever it takes

Ages 11–17

Dear America #18

The Girl who Chased Away Sorrow: The Diary of Sarah Nita, a Navajo Girl

Ann Warren Turner

For the child grappling with stories of systemic unfairness, this diary follows a girl's resilience during the Navajo pe

Ages 9–13

The Missing: The True Story of My Family in World War II

Michael Rosen

For the child curious about their roots or trying to understand the human cost of history through a personal, detective-

Ages 10–16

Spirit Riding Free: Spirit's Diaries #2

PALs Forever

Stacia Deutsch

For the child navigating their first big spring break apart from best friends. Learn how letters and shared secrets keep

Ages 8–12

Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus

Francis Pharcellus Church

For the child starting to wonder if the magic of the holidays is real. This classic response explores how some of the mo

Ages 4–8

Alma

Alma and How She Got Her Name

Juana Martinez-Neal

For the child who feels like their name is too long or different. Discover the rich family history and cultural legacy h

Ages 4–8

Judy Moody #11

Judy Moody and the Bad Luck Charm

Megan McDonald

For the child who is feeling a bit unlucky or obsessed with superstition, Judy's 'lucky' winning streak offers a fun loo

Ages 6–10

Ferris

Kate DiCamillo

For the child navigating a chaotic family life and the bittersweet growth of getting older. A tender, funny guide to fin

For the child who feels frustrated by challenges, this inspiring biography shows how perseverance and a great teacher ca

Ages 7–9

Thomas Jefferson: Architect of Democracy

John B. Severance

For the student curious about the complexities of leadership, this biography explores the brilliant mind and personal co

Ages 10–14

Allie Finkle's Rules for Girls #1

Moving Day

Meg Cabot

For the child feeling overwhelmed by a big life change, Allie Finkle's hilarious rules for navigating a new house and sc

For the child coping with a parent's upcoming surgery who needs a magical escape to process their worries through brave,

Ages 8–12

The Animal Family

Randall Jarrell

For the child who feels like an outsider or is part of a non-traditional family, this poetic fable explores how we find

Ages 8–12

Butterfly on the Wind

Adam Pottle

For the child who feels overwhelmed by stage fright or the pressure to perform. This magical story shows how connecting

Ages 4–8

Awake and Dreaming

Kit Pearson

For the child who yearns for a sense of belonging or struggles with a difficult home life. This haunting tale explores t

Ages 9–12

How to Train Your Dragon #6

A Hero's Guide to Deadly Dragons

Cressida Cowell

For the child who will go to the ends of the earth for their pet. A hilarious adventure about the lengths we go to for t

Ages 8–12

Dear Dumb Diary #4

Am I the Princess or the Frog?

Jim Benton

For the child navigating the hilariously awkward realities of middle school crushes and the sting of social comparison.

Ages 8–12

I Am Malala: How One Girl Stood Up for Education and Changed the World

Malala Yousafzai, Patricia McCormick

For the child asking why some girls can't go to school or how one person can change the world. A powerful story of coura

For children navigating sudden loss or major life changes, this diary follows a young girl finding hope and community af

Ages 8–12

My Story #1

Princess Sophia Duleep Singh

Sufiya Ahmed

For the child curious about hidden history and the courageous women who fought for fairness, even when it meant defying

Ages 9–13

The Gift of the Broken Teacup: Poems of Mindfulness, Meditation, and Me

Allan Wolf

For the child learning to navigate big feelings, this witty poetry collection offers gentle tools for meditation, breath

Ages 5–10

My Story

Mill Girl: The Diary of Eliza Helsted, Manchester, 1842-1843

Sue Reid

For the child grappling with the reality of unfairness, this diary follows a young girl fighting for dignity in the hars

Ages 9–12

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