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Writing & Storytelling Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Writing & Storytelling

1,940 books about writing & storytelling

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The Sea in the Way

Sophie Gilmore

For the child grappling with the distance between themselves and a loved one far away, offering a gentle way to process

Ages 4–8

Marguerite Makes a Book

Bruce Robertson

For the child who takes pride in helping their parents and wants to see how everyday objects, like books, were once made

Ages 7–12

Jingle the Brass

Patricia Newman

For the child captivated by locomotives, this journey into the world of trains introduces the colorful language and grit

Ages 5–10

The Most Beautiful Thing

Kao Kalia Yang

For the child feeling self-conscious about what they lack, this story reveals how true beauty is found in family stories

Ages 5–9

American Story, An

Kwame Alexander

For the child asking difficult questions about the history of slavery, this lyrical journey offers a path through painfu

Ages 7–12

The Remarkable Benjamin Franklin

Cheryl Harness

For the inquisitive child who loves to tinker and ask why. This detailed biography explores how curiosity and hard work

Ages 7–10

Sophie's World: A Novel about the History of Philosophy

Jostein Gaarder

For the inquisitive teen starting to ask life's biggest questions, this captivating mystery turns the history of human t

Ages 12–18

My Great-Aunt Arizona

Gloria Houston

For the child who wonders how they will change the world or feels a calling to help others within their own community.

Ages 4–9

Mockingbird

Kathryn Erskine

For the child processing a tragic loss while navigating the world in their own unique way. A sensitive look at finding c

Ages 9–13

Beowulf: A Hero's Tale Retold

James Rumford

For the child who loves tales of ancient bravery and needs to see that even the most daunting monsters can be faced with

Ages 7–12

Butterflies Adventure

Pamela Malcolm

For the child curious about leaders who fought for justice and the power of personal transformation through faith and ed

Ages 7–12

I Was a Teenage Fairy

Francesca Lia Block

For the teenager navigating the heavy shadow of past trauma or exploitation, finding the inner magic and courage needed

Ages 14–18

Nettie's Trip South

Ann Warren Turner

For the child grappling with the reality of injustice. A young girl confronts the harshness of American slavery, helping

Ages 8–12

Handmaid's Tale

Margaret Atwood

For the teen or young adult grappling with questions of autonomy and justice, this story examines the power of the indiv

Ages 15–18

Saudade

Suneeta Peres da Costa

For the young reader navigating the complex feelings of living between two cultures while witnessing the shifting tides

For the child who experiences overwhelming waves of frustration, this gentle guide helps them recognize how anger feels

Ages 3–6

The Bund

Paul Buhle

For the teen exploring their heritage or questioning how to stand up for fairness. This graphic history reveals the brav

Ages 12–18

Big Mouth and Ugly Girl

Joyce Carol Oates

For the teen navigating the terrifying power of rumors and the courage it takes to stand up for someone when everyone el

Ages 13–18

The Blah

Jack Kent

For the child who feels invisible, misunderstood, or just plain 'blah' on a rainy afternoon. This quirky story celebrate

Ages 4–8

Little Darlings

Jacqueline Wilson

For children navigating the gap between appearance and reality, especially when family life feels lonely despite outward

Ages 9–13

Words To Live By

Deepa Agarwal

For the child curious about right and wrong or seeking ancient wisdom to navigate modern dilemmas through the timeless e

Ages 9–14

The Westing Game

Ellen Raskin

For the child who loves to outsmart the grown-ups and feels like an outsider finding their place in a world of secrets.

Ages 10–14

Here Lies the Librarian

Richard Peck

For the girl who feels more at home in a garage than a gown, this witty historical tale celebrates finding your voice an

Ages 10–14

Go West, George Catlin

Nancy Plain

For the young artist or history buff who wants to see how a person can use their talents to capture and protect the stor

Ages 9–12

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