Books for Becoming a Big Kid for Ages 8–11

Explore our collection of children's books about becoming a big kid recommended for kids ages 8–11.

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National Geographic Kids Readers: Level 3

Ink! 100 Fun Facts About Octopuses, Squid, and More

Stephanie Warren Drimmer

For the child who is obsessed with the mysteries of the deep sea and loves sharing 'did you know' facts with anyone who

Ages 6–9

Hob Stories #1

The Red Book of Hob Stories

William Mayne

For the child who finds comfort in the idea of a secret guardian, these whimsical stories follow a household spirit who

Ages 5–8

Lola's Heart

Alexandra Boiger

For the child who experiences the world with quiet intensity, this wordless journey follows a small band of friends as t

Ages 4–8

DK Super Readers #1

A Day in the Life of a Marine Biologist

Ruth A. Musgrave

For the child who wonders what it's really like to work with sharks and dolphins, this leveled reader explores the excit

Ages 5–8

Jamie O'Rourke and the Big Potato

Tomie dePaola

For the child who loves a funny story about outsmarting others, this Irish tale explores the hilarious and unexpected re

Ages 4–8

Epic Fails #4

The Age of Exploration: Totally Getting Lost

Erik Slader, Ben Thompson

For the child who feels discouraged by mistakes: discover how the world's most famous explorers only found success by ge

Ages 8–12

DK Super Readers #3

Caitlin Clark

Ellen Labrecque

For the young sports fan who dreams of hitting the winning shot, this leveled reader introduces the grit and glory of ba

Ages 5–8

Finding Things

Kevin Henkes

For the child who finds magic in a smooth stone or a fallen leaf, this quiet story honors the way young explorers notice

Ages 4–8

Harry and Lulu

Arthur Yorinks

For the child who feels let down when a gift isn't what they expected. This story turns initial disappointment into a ma

Ages 4–8

President Squid

Aaron Reynolds

For the child who thinks being the boss means being the center of attention. This silly underwater tale explores what it

Ages 5–8

Hangry

Drew Brockington

For the child who experiences epic meltdowns when they are hungry. This hilarious story uses a giant monster to help kid

Ages 4–8

Who HQ

What Is the Story of Mickey Mouse?

Steve Korte

For the curious fan who loves Disney magic, this engaging history explores how a small replacement character became a gl

Ages 8–12

Bridges

Marc Majewski

For the curious child who marvels at big structures and wonders how people stay connected across great distances and div

Ages 4–8

Father Christmas #2

Father Christmas Goes on Holiday

Raymond Briggs

For the child who wonders what Santa does the other 364 days a year, this humorous tale explores the relatable ups and d

Ages 4–9

Big Boy

Tololwa M. Mollel

For the child who is tired of being told they are too small for the big kids' adventures and wishes they could grow up o

Ages 4–8

Scaredy Squirrel #10

You're on Your Way!

Mélanie Watt

For the child celebrating a major milestone, this high energy bunny offers a funny, supportive, and slightly clingy trib

Ages 4–8

D.W. #6

D.W.'s Library Card

Marc Brown

For the child who is eager for the independence of their first library card and needs to understand the responsibility o

Ages 4–8

Philipok

Leo Tolstoy

For the child who feels ready for 'big kid' milestones before grown-ups agree. This classic tale honors the fierce drive

Ages 4–8

Riverside Kids #3

Superduper Teddy

Johanna Hurwitz

For the child who needs a little extra bravery to step out of a sibling's shadow and navigate the big milestones of bein

Ages 5–8

You're a Little Kid with a Big Heart

Bernard Waber

For the child who is in a hurry to grow up and needs to see that being little is actually a pretty wonderful thing.

Ages 4–8

Angela #2

Angela, Private Citizen

Nancy K. Robinson

For the child with a strong sense of right and wrong who is starting to wonder how the adult world works, from taxes to

Ages 6–9

Harry Kane #1

Hurricane Harry

Judith Caseley

For the child facing a season of change, from moving house to the first day of kindergarten, this story offers a gentle

Ages 5–9

First Grade Class #15

The Real-Skin Rubber Monster Mask

Miriam Cohen

For the child who wants to be big and brave for Halloween but feels a little overwhelmed by the spookiness of it all.

Ages 5–8

Princess Posey #5

Princess Posey and the Monster Stew

Stephanie Greene

For the child learning that school rules apply to everyone, even princesses. Posey must navigate the consequences of bri

Ages 5–8

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