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Chapter Books About Growing Up

Growing up in chapter books is the fundamental subject. Every chapter book is, in some sense, about a character who starts out one person and ends up slightly different. These 7,356 books make that transformation the story.

7,356 books

Cover of Husky

Davis navigates a Brooklyn summer of changing friendships and family dynamics while learning to see himself as more than

Cover of You Are a Beautiful Beginning

You Are a Beautiful Beginning

For children facing big changes or milestones, this lyrical book celebrates the power of small starts and the magic of c

Cover of The Secret Life of Amanda K. Woods

The Secret Life of Amanda K. Woods

Growing up in 1950s Wisconsin, eleven-year-old Amanda navigates the complicated bonds of her family while discovering wh

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Cover of How You Got So Smart

How You Got So Smart

David Milgrim

Growing up is hard work, and this encouraging look back at everything a boy has accomplished shows just how much he has

Ages 3–7

Cover of Catch You on the Flipside

The (Un)Awesome Kid #2

Catch You on the Flipside

For the teenager navigating the social pressures of high school while trying to find their own voice through music and l

Cover of Sleepover

For the middle grader navigating the shift from childhood to the social pressures of being a teenager while holding onto

Cover of Freaking Out! The Science of the Teenage Brain

Your Fantastic Teen Brain #1

Freaking Out! The Science of the Teenage Brain

Dana Meachen Rau

For the middle schooler wondering why their emotions feel like a roller coaster, this guide explains the biological shif

Cover of Bingo Brown and the Language of Love

Bingo Brown and the Language of Love

Twelve-year-old Bingo Brown faces the messy trials of growing up as he tries to survive the daily tribulations of middle

Cover of What's Happening to Me?

Usborne Facts of Life

What's Happening to Me?

For the boy noticing his first growth spurt or voice change, this guide offers clear, reassuring answers about the physi

Cover of Finally

Willow Falls #2

Turning twelve means Rory can finally do everything on her list, but a movie shoot at school and a strange prediction ma

Cover of The Devil In Ol' Rosie

The Devil In Ol' Rosie

Twelve-year-old Wart faces the dangers of the 1907 Oregon wilderness alone as he attempts to round up his family's escap

Cover of Little Bear's Little Boat

Little Bear's Little Boat

Little Bear realizes he has grown too big for his favorite boat and learns the gentle joy of finding a new, smaller frie

Cover of L8r, G8r

For the teenager navigating the complexities of high school friendships and romance, this book offers a humorous, authen

Cover of A Dog's Tale

For the child embarking on a new adventure or needing a gentle hug. A wise older dog shares heartwarming lessons about f

Cover of The Secret Box

The Paradise Series #1

A trip to Chinatown and a sudden shoplifting incident force Taylor and Lindsey to confront the secrets changing their re

Cover of Dawn's Big Date

The Baby-Sitters Club #50

Dawn's Big Date

Dawn is ready for her exciting new life in California, but a big date leaves her wondering if her heart is still back ho

Cover of From What I Remember...

From What I Remember...

Stacy Kramer, Valerie Thomas

Two seniors find themselves stranded in Mexico without passports just hours before graduation, sparking a frantic and li

Cover of M. V. Sexton Speaking

M. V. Sexton Speaking

A summer bakery job opens up a new world for sixteen-year-old Martha as she navigates friendship, romance, and family se

Cover of Boying Up: How to Be Brave, Bold and Brilliant

Girling Up and Boying Up #2

Boying Up: How to Be Brave, Bold and Brilliant

A supportive guide for boys navigating the messy transition to adulthood, blending scientific facts with honest advice a

Cover of The Boy Project: Notes and Observations of Kara McAllister

The Boy Project: Notes and Observations of Kara McAllister

Armed with charts and graphs, Kara McAllister tracks the mysteries of boys through the principal's office and middle sch

Cover of Clues to the True You

Clues to the True You

For the pre-teen who is curious about who they are and how they fit in. This interactive guide uses quizzes and journali

Cover of Bigger

For the preschooler who is eager to grow up, this rhythmic celebration of physical growth helps young children understan

Cover of In with the Out Crowd

In with the Out Crowd

When popularity wanes, this story explores finding your true self and navigating shifting friendships during the challen

Cover of Carter's Unfocused, One-Track Mind

Carter's Unfocused, One-Track Mind

High school sophomore Will Carter faces a chaotic year of complicated relationships and the sudden news that his girlfri

More Formats for Growing Up

Young Adult(1947)Middle Grade(634)Graphic Novels(517)Picture Books(322)Poetry(142)Early Readers(106)Board Books(8)

Growing Up by Age Group

Books for Growing Up for Ages 0–3(1337)Books for Growing Up for Ages 4–7(5035)