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Cats Books for Ages 12–18 – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Cats Books for Ages 12–18

Cat books for older readers often lean literary. The cat as metaphor, the cat as companion, the cat as the creature that doesn't need your approval and is interesting precisely because of that. These 369 books appreciate the complexity.

369 books

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A young shepherd uncovers a strange pile of stones on the hillside, accidentally waking a sleeping creature and a weapon

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Oddball Histories #1

Animals have shaped human history in ways you never imagined, from the tiniest pests to our most loyal companions throug

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The Sign of the Cat

Duncan embarks on a quest to find his true identity with the help of powerful cats and a tiger in a world filled with vi

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The Cat I Never Named: A True Story of Love, War, and Survival

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Amra and her family rely on their resourcefulness and a faithful cat to survive the Bosnian genocide in this gripping tr

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Sandra Markle's Science Discoveries

Animals to the Rescue!

Read the incredible true accounts of whales, dogs, and even rhinoceroses who jumped into action to save humans and other

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Captain Amazing is hunting for a new sidekick, but his own loyal pets are determined to prove they have the heroics requ

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Cleopatra in Space #5

Young Cleopatra heads into the stars for a high-stakes space adventure in this thrilling penultimate graphic novel insta

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For the child grappling with a heavy secret or the weight of an unintentional mistake. This quiet story helps process th

Cover of Kitten Crowd

Animal Ark Pets #2

For the child who dreams of being a vet or wants to save every stray they see. A heartwarming look at the responsibility

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Animal Ark Pets #1

Tabby in the Tub

For the child who loves animals and wants to understand the responsibility of care. Mandy and James learn what it takes

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Animal Ark Pets #22

For the child who feels a deep sense of responsibility toward creatures in need, this story explores the commitment requ

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Animal Ark Hauntings #2

Cat in the Crypt

For the child who loves helping animals and enjoys a shiver of mystery, this gentle ghost story explores compassion for

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Scientists in the Field

Chasing Cheetahs: The Race to Save Africa's Fastest Cat

For the nature-loving child who wants to help endangered animals, this book explores the real-life challenges and triump

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For the child who is naturally drawn to the mystery of the wild. This collection celebrates the secret lives, wisdom, an

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His Royal Whiskers

An alchemist, a mathemagician, and a giant feline prince join forces to overthrow a tyrant in this sharp, satirical tale

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The Last Words of Will Wolfkin

Toby escapes the confines of his own body through a vivid fantasy journey to Iceland alongside a mysterious cat who has

Cover of Who Named Their Pony Macaroni?

Who Named Their Pony Macaroni?

Meet the many animals that have called the White House home through humorous poems and colorful collage illustrations.

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The Many Worlds of Albie Bright

Christopher Edge

For a child struggling with the loss of a parent and looking for a way to process the 'what ifs' of grief through the le

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Bobby the Brave (Sometimes)

Between a terrifying neighborhood cat and a bad case of stage fright, fourth grader Bobby navigates the tricky business

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The Christmas Cat Tails

Peter Scottsdale

For the cat-loving family looking to slow down and embrace the holiday spirit. These cozy short stories celebrate the qu

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The Ultimate Animal Books for Kids

101 Amazing Facts About Kittens and Cats

For the curious child who dreams of owning a cat or wants to understand their feline friend better, this collection of f

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Katie the Catsitter #2

Best Friends for Never

Colleen AF Venable

For the middle-grade reader navigating changing social circles and the sting of being left out, this story balances high

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The Ultimate Animal Books for Kids

For the curious young explorer who is fascinated by the natural world and wants to master every detail about earth's mos

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The Ultimate Animal Books for Kids

The Ultimate Cheetah Book for Kids

For the child who is fascinated by the natural world and wants to know exactly how the world's fastest land animal achie

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