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Books About Joy & Gratitude for Ages 12–18 – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Books About Joy & Gratitude for Ages 12–18

Joy in adolescence is complicated by self-consciousness and the pressure to seem unbothered. These 778 books make the case for paying attention to what's good, even when (especially when) it feels uncool to admit that something made you happy.

778 books

Cover of The Crack-a-joke Book

The Crack-a-joke Book

Michele Brown, Penny Heath

Giggle along with a huge collection of riddles and puns sent in by kids to help raise money for charity.

Cover of Little Man, Little Man

Little Man, Little Man

Four-year-old TJ and his friends wander through the vibrant, sun-drenched streets of 1970s Harlem on a lively summer aft

Cover of All for Love

Songs, letters, and Victorian-inspired facts fill this gentle treasury that gathers many different ways people express t

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Book of Nature Poetry

J. Patrick Lewis

Breathtaking photographs bring the natural world to life alongside a diverse collection of poems about the earth, sky, a

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Cover of Gone-Away Lake

Gone-Away Lake #1

Elizabeth Enright

For the child who loves to wander and explore, this story celebrates the magic of finding hidden worlds and making frien

Cover of The Fifth Day

Quiet moments in the wild come to life through this collection of nature poems written by celebrated English and America

Cover of A Defective Santa Claus

A Defective Santa Claus

James Whitcomb Riley

For the family looking to share a laugh over holiday mishaps, this classic poem captures the clumsy, well-meaning ways p

Cover of These Happy Golden Years

Little House #8

These Happy Golden Years

Laura Ingalls Wilder

For the teenager navigating the transition to adulthood, this classic tale explores the bravery of starting a first job

Cover of Pedal It!

Michelle Mulder

Perfect for children who love knowing how things work and how kids live around the globe, this book explores the bicycle

Cover of Weather Fact Frenzy!

Weather Fact Frenzy!

Vibrant photographs and incredible facts reveal the science behind the world's most powerful storms, clouds, and atmosph

Cover of If It Makes You Happy

If It Makes You Happy

For the teen girl learning to love herself exactly as she is while navigating the pressures of high school expectations

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Anno's Journey #7

Detailed illustrations lead the way on a silent, beautiful tour through the landscapes and culture of Spain in this word

Cover of Me and Mary Kangaroo

Me and Mary Kangaroo

Rhythmic verses celebrate the childhood bond between a young boy and his pet kangaroo in this heartfelt work by an Abori

Cover of Wacky Baseball Trivia: Fun Facts for Every Fan

Wacky Sports Trivia

Wacky Baseball Trivia: Fun Facts for Every Fan

Uncover the strangest records and most surprising facts from the history of the diamond in this trivia collection for ev

Cover of I'm Dreaming of a Wyatt Christmas

I'm Dreaming of a Wyatt Christmas

Tiffany Schmidt

Noelle's holiday babysitting job takes a romantic turn when her dream dance partner unexpectedly joins the trip, putting

Cover of The History of Little Goody Two-Shoes

The History of Little Goody Two-Shoes

John Newbery, Oliver Goldsmith

For children facing hardship who need to see how resilience, learning, and kindness can pave the way to a brighter futur

Cover of Poem Depot: Aisles of Smiles

Poem Depot: Aisles of Smiles

Douglas Florian

Laughter is the only requirement for these silly poems about the things that matter most, like avoiding homework and han

Cover of Rosemary for Remembrance

Rosemary for Remembrance

Lush watercolor illustrations fill this Victorian-inspired book of days, capturing the beauty of seasonal memories and t

Cover of American Teenager: How Trans Kids Are Surviving Hate and Finding Joy in a Turbulent Era

American Teenager: How Trans Kids Are Surviving Hate and Finding Joy in a Turbulent Era

For the teen or parent looking for real stories of resilience, this journalistic work explores how trans youth find happ

Cover of Kings of B'more

Kings of B'more

For the teenager grappling with the bittersweet reality of a best friend moving away and the need to make every remainin

Cover of Better Known as Johnny Appleseed

Better Known as Johnny Appleseed

Mabel Leigh Hunt

For the child curious about American legends or finding their own way: discover how one man's quiet kindness and love fo

Cover of Angels, Arguments and a Furry, Merry Christmas

Ally's World #9

Angels, Arguments and a Furry, Merry Christmas

For young readers grappling with the ups and downs of family life during the holidays, this book offers a humorous, hear

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Ally's World #11

Parties, Predicaments and Undercover Pets

For the child who loves a good laugh and a bit of drama, this book explores the ups and downs of friendship, school life

Cover of Sisters, Super Creeps and Slushy, Gushy Love-songs

Ally's World #11

Sisters, Super Creeps and Slushy, Gushy Love-songs

For the child navigating the tricky waters of growing up, this book offers a humorous look at sibling squabbles, embarra

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