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Nature & Outdoors Books for Ages 12–18 – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Nature & Outdoors Books for Ages 12–18

Nature for teenagers often intersects with environmental awareness, outdoor adventure, and the question of what we owe the planet we live on. These 6,114 books explore that intersection.

6,114 books

Cover of The Twins of the Tylwyth Teg

The Twins of the Tylwyth Teg

Moyra Caldecott

For the child who feels like an outsider or is drawn to the mysteries of the natural world, this tale explores the pull

Cover of Caleb's Story

Sarah, Plain and Tall #3

Patricia MacLachlan

Life on the prairie changes forever when a mysterious stranger arrives at the farm, revealing a long-lost connection to

Cover of The Changelings

The Changelings #1

The Changelings

Christina Soontornvat

When a mysterious song lures her sister into a hole in the forest, Izzy must enter the land of Faerie and trust a group

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Cover of Blizzard

Disaster! #2

Blizzard

Christopher Lampton

For the child fascinated by the power of nature, this clear guide explains how blizzards form and how families can stay

Ages 8–12

Cover of Michigan

America the Beautiful

Great Lakes history, local ecology, and bustling city sights come together in this updated guide to everything that make

Cover of Shift

Jennifer Bradbury

For the teenager grappling with the changing nature of childhood bonds and the uncertainty of what comes after high scho

Cover of Science

The Usborne Book of

For the inquisitive child who constantly asks how the world works, this classic guide breaks down physics, chemistry, an

Cover of The Far West

Frontier Magic #3

Patricia C. Wrede

For the child who feels like an outsider or worries they are a 'jinx,' Eff's journey shows how unique traits can become

Cover of Animal

Stunning photography reveals the secrets of animal life, from the heights of the tallest creatures to the prehistoric my

Cover of The Lost World

David Rodriguez

For the child who loves exploring the unknown and marvels at the idea of hidden worlds. This graphic novel brings a sens

Cover of Animal Discoveries

Smithsonian: Animal Discoveries

Animal Discoveries

For the curious child who dreams of being an explorer, this book reveals that the world still holds secrets through the

Cover of Evolution Revolution: From Darwin to DNA

Evolution Revolution: From Darwin to DNA

The long journey from Charles Darwin's early theories to the modern discovery of DNA reveals how life on our planet cont

Cover of Hobberdy Dick

Katharine Mary Briggs

A loyal hobgoblin quietly protects an unloving Puritan family after they move into a grand English manor in the year 165

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Byrd & Igloo A Polar Adventure

Samantha Seiple

A legendary aviator and his loyal dog companion brave the frozen wilderness in this true account of record-breaking expe

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Hank the Cowdog #21

The Case of the Vampire Cat

John R. Erickson

Hank the Cowdog takes his security duties to Picket Canyon to track down a mysterious feline and solve a ranch-sized mys

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Swamp Thing vs the Zombie Pets

For the young reader who loves spooky thrills and heroic action but isn't quite ready for scary adult comics.

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Your Blood, My Bones

Trapped in a cycle of ritualistic death, a semi-immortal boy and a girl with volatile magic must decide if they are enem

Cover of Border Kidnap

For the young reader developing a sense of self-reliance, this tense survival story explores finding inner strength when

Cover of A Sky Painted Gold

Sisters of Gold and Silver #1

A Sky Painted Gold

For the reader dreaming of a more glamorous life who is beginning to navigate the complexities of identity, social circl

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The Blue Cat of Castle Town

Catherine Cate Coblentz

A little blue kitten follows the enchanting Song of the River into the world to meet historical figures and share a mess

Cover of Sorceress

Agnes Herne uses a spiritual connection to uncover the lost story of her ancestor, Mary Newbury, and her epic journey ac

Cover of The Phantom Light

The Phantom Light

For the curious reader who loves a good puzzle, this coastal mystery follows a girl determined to find the truth behind

Cover of How I Survived Bullies, Broccoli, and Snake Hill

Middle School #4

How I Survived Bullies, Broccoli, and Snake Hill

James Patterson, Chris Tebbetts

Sent away to Camp Wannamorra, Rafe Khatchadorian must band together with his bunkmates to stop the popular kids from rui

Cover of A Flamingo in My Garden

A Flamingo in My Garden

Longtail the skybird must navigate a dangerous rivalry between seagulls and crows to solve the mystery of a missing flam

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