Books About Pride & Accomplishment for Ages 8–11

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

1,690 books

Boys Dancing From School Gym to Theater Stage

George Ancona

For boys who love to move but might feel hesitant about dance, this photo-filled journey shows how athleticism and art c

Ages 6–10

Papa Put a Man on the Moon

Kristy Dempsey

For the child who wonders how they fit into big history, this story celebrates the unsung workers whose everyday skills

Ages 4–8

Kylie Jean #5

Cooking Queen

Marci Peschke

For the child who loves to help in the kitchen and needs a little boost of confidence when trying new things or entering

Ages 6–9

The Notorious Benedict Arnold: A True Story of Adventure, Heroism & Treachery

Steve Sheinkin

For the teen who loves complex characters, this gripping narrative explores how a brilliant American hero became the nat

Ages 10–18

Arthur Chapter Books #26

Arthur's Pet Business

Marc Brown

For the child who is pleading for a pet and needs to understand the work involved in caring for one.

Ages 4–8

Legendary Sports Teams

The New York Yankees

Matt Christopher, Glenn Stout

For the young sports fan who loves stats and stories of legendary greatness. This history of the Bronx Bombers turns tea

Ages 8–12

Snap Books: Gardening Guides

Indoor Gardening

Lisa J. Amstutz

For the child who wants to grow a garden but doesn't have a backyard. This guide offers hands-on projects to bring the m

Ages 7–10

Major League Batboy

Chuck Solomon

For the child who dreams of being on the field, this photo-essay pulls back the curtain on the hard work and high energy

Ages 7–11

Twimericks: The Book of Tongue-Twisting Limericks

Lou Brooks

For the child who loves a silly challenge, these tongue-twisting limericks turn reading into a playful, high-energy comp

Ages 7–12

A Mad Wet Hen and Other Riddles

Joseph Low

For the early reader who loves to make people laugh. This silly collection of wordplay and riddles helps new readers bui

Ages 6–9

Nuestra América: 30 Inspiring Latinas/latinos who Have Shaped the United States

Sabrina Vourvoulias

For the young dreamer who wants to see how people from their own community changed the world through courage, art, and l

Ages 8–12

I Feel Like Dancing

Steven Barboza

For the young dancer who dreams of the big stage, this fly-on-the-wall look at the School of American Ballet reveals the

Ages 8–12

Dial Easy-to-Read Riddles

Chickie Riddles

Katy Hall, Lisa Eisenberg

Perfect for the child who just mastered their first joke. This collection of farm-themed riddles uses wordplay to turn r

Ages 5–8

Arthur Adventures #11

Arthur's Teacher Trouble

Marc Brown

For the child who is nervous about a new school year or worried their teacher might be too tough.

Ages 4–8

Russell Michaels #3

Russell Sprouts

Johanna Hurwitz

For the child eager to prove they are finally a 'big kid,' this gentle story captures the pride and small hurdles of nav

Ages 6–9

Usborne Puzzle Adventures #19

The Crimebusters Investigate

Mark Fowler

For the curious child who loves a challenge, this interactive whodunit builds confidence through logic puzzles and sharp

Ages 8–12

Don't You Know There's a War On?

Avi

For the child who wants to know how they can help in big moments, this memoir captures the sense of purpose and wonder i

Ages 5–9

Murdle Jr. #1

Ready, Set, Solve!

G. T. Karber

For the child who loves cracking codes and playing detective, this intergalactic puzzle book builds sharp logic and crit

Ages 8–14

Famous Children

Chopin

Ann Rachlin

For the young musician discovering their own talents, this gentle biography follows the childhood of Frédéric Chopin as

Ages 5–9

Math in Sports #1

Fantasy Football Math: Using Stats to Score Big in Your League

Matt Doeden

For the young sports fan who loves the game but struggles with math class, this guide turns player stats into a winning

Ages 8–12

Cathy Leonard #1

Cathy Leonard Calling

Catherine Woolley

For the child who is eager to take on adult responsibilities but struggles to keep up with school and family life.

Ages 8–12

Someday Rider

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

Ages 4–8

Diary Of...

Diary of a Ballerina

Angela Royston

For the child curious about what it is really like to take ballet lessons, from the first day of class to the big stage

Ages 6–9

The Best of Everything Basketball Book

Nate LeBoutillier

For the basketball fan who wants to know everything from the greatest players to the wildest records. This high interest

Ages 8–13