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Writing & Storytelling
Writing & Storytelling
Writing & Storytelling Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
8,414 books about writing & storytelling
0–3 yrs
425 books
4–7 yrs
2754 books
8–11 yrs
3155 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Mind's Eye
Paul Fleischman
Inside an Italian nursing home in 1910, a teenage girl and an elderly woman form an unlikely bond as they travel through
Ages 12–16
Pearl Verses the World
Sally Murphy
For the child navigating the quiet, heavy space of a loved one's illness, this verse novel offers a gentle mirror for th
Ages 8–12
Isaiah Dunn #1
Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero
Kelly J. Baptist
For the child finding their way through grief and big changes, this moving story shows how words and family stories can
Ages 8–12
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12–18 yrs
1659 books
O Captain, My Captain
Robert Burleigh
Walt Whitman turned his profound grief over the death of Abraham Lincoln into some of the most powerful and enduring poe
Ages 6–10
Amazing Paper Cuttings of Hans Christian Andersen, The
Beth Wagner Brust
The world-famous author of classic fairy tales had a secret talent for creating intricate art using only a pair of sciss
Ages 7–12
I'll Meet You at the Cucumbers
Lilian Moore
Adam the country mouse leaves his quiet home to see the towering sights of the city. His urban journey with Junius leads
Ages 7–10
The Story of Fish & Snail
written and illustrated by Deborah Freedman
For the child who feels hesitant about new experiences or feels safer sticking to what they know while their friends are
Ages 3–7
Becoming Little Women
Jeannine Atkins
For the child who feels like their dreams are too big for their small town, this story explores finding your voice and s
Ages 9–12
Mr. Lincoln's Whiskers
Karen B. Winnick
When a young girl writes a letter suggesting a beard might help a presidential candidate, she inadvertently changes the
Ages 5–9
Porch Lies
Patricia C. McKissack
For the child who loves a tall tale and a good laugh. Discover the magic of front-porch storytelling through these cleve
Ages 8–12
The Word Pirates
Susan Cooper
For the child who loves make-believe and is discovering the power of their own voice, this playful tale celebrates how s
Ages 4–8
Hey World, Here I Am!
Jean Little
For the child navigating the complex inner world of middle school, these honest poems capture the ups and downs of growi
Ages 9–12
Across a Dark and Wild Sea
written and ill. by Jon Brown
Across a Dark and Wild Sea
Ages 6–10
About The Trod
Dreamkeypr
Wander through mystical poems infused with Jamaican dialect, exploring themes of love, renewal, and rising from the ashe
Ages 10–18
The Riverman Trilogy #2
The Whisper
Aaron Starmer
For the young reader questioning the line between stories and reality, or dealing with the heavy responsibility of a fri
Ages 10–14
The Legend of the Wandering King
Laura Gallego García
For the teen who struggles with the pressure to be the best. This desert odyssey explores how pride can lead us astray a
Ages 12–18
Rumi: Poet of Joy and Love
Rashin Kheiriyeh
For children processing the loss of a friend or discovering the beauty of poetry: a lush introduction to Rumi's journey
Ages 4–9
Discworld
Where's My Cow?
Terry Pratchett
Perfect for families who value bedtime routines, this story celebrates the bond between a busy father and his son throug
Ages 3–8
Langston Hughes Poetry for Children
Aunt Sue's Stories
Langston Hughes
For the child who loves listening to family history or needs to feel the warmth of their heritage through the rhythmic p
Ages 4–10
Little Libraries, Big Heroes
Miranda Paul
A flat world sits on the backs of four giant elephants, who stand on a massive turtle swimming through space in this sat
Ages 5–10
Big Words for Little People
Jamie Lee Curtis
For the child who is ready to expand their vocabulary beyond 'happy' and 'sad' while learning the values that help us gr
Ages 4–8
The Boy Who Was Raised By Librarians
Carla Morris
For the child whose curiosity never ends, this story honors the mentors who guide a young boy from his first questions t
Ages 4–8
My Imaginary Mary
Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton, Jodi Meadows
For the teen who feels like a bit of a misfit and loves to create, this witty reimagining of Mary Shelley's life explore
Ages 13–18
Maya's Song
Renée Watson
For the child discovering their own unique voice through the inspiring legacy of Maya Angelou. A lyrical exploration of
Ages 4–10
