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Nature & Outdoors Books for Ages 8–11 – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Nature & Outdoors Books for Ages 8–11

Nature at chapter book age means ecology, conservation, field guides, and fiction set in the wild. These 13,235 books connect children to the natural world with both wonder and knowledge.

13,235 books

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Prophet Ibrahim's Amazing Tales

Luvvit Publications

A miraculous fire and a desert journey highlight the remarkable life of Prophet Ibrahim in these four stories of unwaver

Cover of The Bellmaker

Guided by a mysterious dream, Joseph the Bellmaker sets sail on the Pearl Queen to rescue his daughter Mariel from the c

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The Boxcar Children Graphic Novels #7

The Woodshed Mystery

Gertrude Chandler Warner

For the child who loves uncovering secrets and working as a team, this graphic novel brings a classic mystery to life th

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Disney Frozen

The Enchanted Guide

Julie Ferris

For the child who loves getting lost in imaginary maps and lore, this guide brings the magical world of Elvendale to lif

Ages 6–9

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Hank the Cowdog #29

The Case of the Vampire Vacuum Sweeper

John R. Erickson

Hank the Cowdog is on the case to save the ranch from a terrifying, tail-eating vacuum sweeper in this hilarious adventu

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3D Dinosaur Discovery #4

For the budding paleontologist who wonders how a Triceratops stayed safe from a T-Rex. Explore the spikes, armor, and ta

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Historical Cooking #1

Oregon Trail Cooking

For the curious young chef who wants to taste what life was like on the trail. Step back into history through the sights

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Taliesin and King Arthur

For the child enchanted by old magic and the power of words. This lyrical retelling follows the legendary bard Taliesin

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The Bizarre Bazaar #2

Down a Dark Path

Evil lurks in the shadows just outside the Buford family farm. Lucy and Frida must face a spine-tingling mystery when th

Cover of The House Cat

A loyal house cat faces a difficult trek across the landscape to find his way back home after being unexpectedly separat

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The Power of Five #1

Anthony Horowitz

Wrongfully blamed for a crime, Matt is sent to a remote village where he discovers that the strange locals are hiding a

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Kim Possible #4

Kim Possible’s parents are ruining her school ski trip, but a nearby mad scientist creating a mutant stuffed animal army

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The Potters' Kitchen

The Potter family leaves their country home behind for a new life in the city, finding joy and togetherness in their new

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My Father's Dragon #1

My Father's Dragon

Ruth Stiles Gannett

Equipped with a backpack of everyday items and a clever mind, a young boy sets off on a whimsical mission to rescue a ba

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Harry and the Treasure of Eddie Carver

For the child who loves the thrill of uncovering hidden secrets, this high-stakes mystery follows Harry as he protects h

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Blazers: Extreme Sports

Sarah L. Schuette

For the adventurous child who loves speed, this introduction to downhill BMX explores the excitement of the track while

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Dinosaur Discovery: Facts, Fossils, and Fun!

For the young explorer who asks how we know about the prehistoric world, this guide introduces the work of paleontologis

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Nancy Drew Mystery Stories #41

The Clue of the Whistling Bagpipes

A trip to the Scottish Highlands turns into a high-stakes search when Nancy and her friends hunt for a missing family he

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The Ogre and the Frog King

Grégoire Solotareff

A clever frog uses his wits to trick a hungry ogre into believing he is the most powerful creature in the woods to save

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Caring for Your Pet

Caring for Hermit Crabs

For the child who is ready to welcome a new tiny friend into the family and wants to learn how to keep their crustacean

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The Sword of the Spirits #1

The Prince in Waiting

John Christopher

For the child navigating a world of secret rules and unspoken expectations while trying to find their own voice and sens

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LEGO Friends Graphic Novels #1

Adventures in Heartlake City

For young readers eager to dive into stories of friendship, adventure, and making a positive impact, this graphic novel

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Tales from the Cryptkeeper #1

Gone Fishin' and A Little Body of Work

Two spooky tales adapted from classic comics offer a dose of eerie thrills for anyone who enjoys a good scare with a les

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Minna's Patchwork Coat

Lauren A. Mills

Minna faces loss and teasing in an Appalachian cabin, but her neighbors stitch together a coat of scraps that holds the

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