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Books for Making an Apology for Ages 12–18 – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Books for Making an Apology for Ages 12–18

Explore our collection of children's books about making an apology recommended for kids ages 12–18.

933 books

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Dencey Coffyn #1

Downright Dencey

Caroline Dale Snedeker

For the child who has ever felt the weight of a past mistake and longs to make it right through quiet acts of kindness a

Cover of Little Do We Know

Little Do We Know

Tamara Ireland Stone

Two former best friends are forced to confront the rift between them after a life-saving moment changes everything they

Cover of The Big Bad Lies

The Rizzlerunk Club #2

The Big Bad Lies

Leslie Patricelli

For the child who has ever felt a tiny fib grow into a giant problem. This illustrated story explores how to face mistak

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Cover of This Is Just to Say: Poems of Apology and Forgiveness

This Is Just to Say: Poems of Apology and Forgiveness

Joyce Sidman

For the child grappling with the weight of a mistake or the difficulty of forgiving a friend, this collection uses poetr

Ages 8–12

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Confessions of a Candy Snatcher

Phoebe Sinclair

For the child grappling with a bad choice they made and the heavy weight of secrets, this verse novel explores how to ow

Cover of We All Fall Down Living with Addiction

We All Fall Down Living with Addiction

For the teenager or family member seeking a raw, honest look at the grueling reality of drug relapse and the messy path

Cover of Miracle at Clement's Pond

Miracle at Clement's Pond

Patricia Pendergraft

Three friends leave a baby on a neighbor's porch, triggering a wave of belief in a town miracle that leaves thirteen-yea

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Soccer Sisters #1

Andrea Montalbano

Seventh-grade soccer star LJ realizes that her intense need to win is costing her friendships, until a new bond with Tab

Cover of Bases Loaded

Gloria’s harsh criticism of her teammates leads to constant fighting, threatening the future of the team and their coach

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The Boy Who Lost His Face

After an elderly woman curses him for a cruel prank, David must find the strength to stop pandering to classmates and be

Cover of Lost in the Sun

Lost in the Sun

For the child carrying the heavy weight of a past mistake. This moving story explores how to find self-forgiveness and c

Cover of The Emperor's New Groove: Novelization

The Emperor's New Groove

The Emperor's New Groove: Novelization

Disney Book Group

A selfish emperor transformed into a llama must learn to trust a kind villager to reclaim his throne and outwit his powe

Cover of Lark & Kasim Start a Revolution

Lark & Kasim Start a Revolution

Kacen Callender

For the teen navigating the complexities of online identity, social media burnout, and the courage it takes to be honest

Cover of Emmett

For teens navigating the messy lines between friendship and romance, this queer retelling of Emma explores the growing p

Cover of How to Rock Break-Ups and Make-Ups

How to Rock Break-Ups and Make-Ups

Kacey Simon’s world is turned upside down when her crush’s talented ex-girlfriend arrives, sparking a messy battle of je

Cover of Back Burn

Firestormers #3

For the young athlete who struggles to keep their cool when the game gets intense, this story models how to turn frustra

Cover of Kazu Jones and the Denver Dognappers

Kazu Jones and the Denver Dognappers

For the child who loves a good puzzle and feels a deep sense of justice, this mystery explores taking responsibility for

Cover of Time to Shine

Camp Confidential #21

Melissa J. Morgan

Natalie heads to the Oscars with her movie-star dad, but her dream trip to LA is tested when a new boy causes a major ri

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David Mortimore Baxter #1

For the child who struggles with the impulse to exaggerate or tell tall tales, this story explores the chaotic reality o

Cover of Try Not to Breathe

Try Not to Breathe

Jennifer R. Hubbard

For the teenager navigating the heavy path of recovery after a mental health crisis, this story offers a quiet, honest l

Cover of The Silent Stars Go By

The Silent Stars Go By

For the teen navigating the weight of a difficult secret or the pressure of social expectations. A quiet, moving story a

Cover of Reasons to Hate Me

Reasons to Hate Me

For the teenager navigating the painful fallout of a social mistake, this story offers a roadmap for self-forgiveness an

Cover of Felicia the Critic

Felicia the Critic

For the child who struggles to know when to speak their mind and when to stay quiet, Felicia's journey helps navigate th

Cover of Don't Look Back

Don't Look Back

Jennifer L. Armentrout

For the teen navigating the pressure to fit in while discovering who they actually want to be. A suspenseful look at sec

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