Books for Growing Up for Ages 8–11

Growing up at chapter book age means leaving things behind that you didn't realize you would miss. The games that feel too young now, the certainties that don't hold up anymore, the slowly expanding awareness that the world is more complicated than it used to be. These 11,814 books sit in that transition honestly.

11,814 books

Tales of Friendship Bog #1

Pibbin the Small

Gloria Repp

For the child who feels too small to make a difference or feels nervous about trying something new. A tiny frog discover

Ages 6–9

Roly-Poly Snowman

Margaret G. Otto

For the child curious about the changing world around them, this gentle story uses a snowman's riddle to explain the tra

Ages 4–8

Tales from Dimwood Forest #2

Ragweed and Poppy

Avi

For the child eager to explore the world on their own terms. This gentle adventure follows a small mouse finding his foo

Ages 8–12

Tales from Dimwood Forest #6

Poppy and Ereth

Avi

For the child navigating the heavy weight of a final goodbye or the fear of losing a best friend. A moving end to a belo

Ages 8–12

Anna Banana

Anna-Banana: 101 Jump-Rope Rhymes

Joanna Cole

For the child who loves playground games and needs some new material for recess. This collection brings together over 10

Ages 6–11

Barny, Spag and Clipper #1

The Mintyglo Kid

Gillian Cross

For the child navigating the highs and lows of unexpected attention, this hilarious story explores what happens when a m

Ages 7–10

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