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Poetry About Growing Up
Explore poetry books about growing up for children.
137 books
Buried Alive: The Elements of Love
Ralph Fletcher
The heavy, wild, and quiet moments of love unfold through the elemental lenses of earth, water, air, and fire in this po
Ages 11–16
Hooray We're 10
Sigal Adler
Celebrate the big transition to double digits with this rhyming guide to being ten, focusing on new responsibilities and
Ages 9–11
You Don't Have to Be Everything: Poems for Girls Becoming Themselves
Diana Whitney
For the teenager navigating the highs and lows of growing up, this inclusive anthology offers poetic comfort for moments
Ages 12–18
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Now We Are Six
A. A. Milne
Whimsical verses capture the cleverness and wonder of a young boy navigating the milestones of childhood in early twenti
Ages 4–8
Moving Up: How to Ace Secondary School
Christian Foley
A supportive collection of poems to help pre-teens navigate the giant leap from primary to secondary school, from first-
Ages 10–13
Taking Care of Terrific
Lois Lowry
For the teen beginning to notice the world's imbalances. A young babysitter learns that kindness and a little imaginatio
Ages 10–14
To Everything
Bob Barner
For children navigating life's big changes, this rhythmic book uses vibrant collage art to explain that every feeling an
Ages 4–8
Please Pay Attention
Jamie Sumner
For the child who feels like their brain is always moving too fast or too differently. Maybelle's journey with ADHD help
Ages 8–12
Wise Up! Wise Down!: A Poetic Conversation
John Agard, JonArno Lawson
For the curious child who loves asking 'why' and 'how,' this poetic dialogue explores the playful balance between being
Ages 10–14
Brains For Lunch: A Zombie Novel in Haiku?!
K. A. Holt
A zombie poet and a human classmate try to bridge the gap between their worlds in this unique middle school romance told
Ages 10–14
Margarita Engle's Memoirs #1
Enchanted Air
Margarita Engle
For the child navigating a multicultural identity or feeling caught between two worlds. This moving memoir explores find
Ages 10–14
Countdown to Summer: A Poem for Every Day of the School Year
J. Patrick Lewis
A daily dose of whimsy for the whole school year. From the first bus ride to the final bell, these 180 poems capture the
Ages 6–11
The Built Series #2
The Den That Octopus Built
Randi Sonenshine
For children marveling at how animals protect their families, this lyrical journey explores the clever architecture and
Ages 4–8
Herbert Hated Being Small
Karla Kuskin
Short Herbert and tall Philomel find that being the right size is all about who you are standing next to in this playful
Ages 4–8
Free Verse
Sarah Dooley
Grieving her brother's death in a West Virginia mining town, Sasha finds a lifeline in secret family connections and the
Ages 10–14
Double Dutch: A Celebration of Jump Rope, Rhyme, and Sisterhood
Veronica Chambers
For the child who loves the rhythm of the playground, this vibrant guide celebrates the history, culture, and community
Ages 8–12
When Green Becomes Tomatoes: Poems for All Seasons
Julie Fogliano
For the child who loves to marvel at the first green sprout or the quiet of a snowy day, this poetic diary celebrates th
Ages 5–10
In My Mother's House
Ann Nolan Clark
A young Tewa boy shares the rhythmic beauty of his people’s communal spirit, from the work they do together to the homes
Ages 5–9
New Nursery Rhymes for Children
Elisabeth Revel
For the parent looking to refresh the nursery rhyme shelf, these original, rhythmic verses capture the everyday wonders
Ages 1–5
The Tree That Time Built: A Celebration of Nature, Science, and Imagination
Mary Ann Hoberman, Linda Winston
For the child who asks how life began or wonders what dinosaurs really felt like, this stunning poetry collection blends
Ages 8–12
The Story Goes On
Aileen Fisher
For the child marveling at a garden or questioning how things grow, this lyrical book of verse explores the beautiful, n
Ages 4–8
The Death of the Hat: A Brief History of Poetry in 50 Objects
Paul B. Janeczko
For the curious student who wonders how people saw the world in the past. Explore history through the poems and objects
Ages 8–12
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
Who's Been Sleeping in My Porridge?
Colin McNaughton
Giant gorillas, itchy feet, and aliens collide in this hilarious collection of poems that celebrates the gross and weird
Ages 6–10
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Early Readers
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Growing Up by Age Group
Books for Growing Up for Ages 0–3
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Books for Growing Up for Ages 12–18
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Books for Growing Up for Ages 8–11
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