Kids' Books: Ages 9-12
From the enticing mythos of Percy Jackson to the skies of Wings of Fire – there are plenty of worlds for young readers to explore. Trek across nature with The Wild Robot or enter the halls of middle school with Diary of a Wimpy Kid. If there’s a kid in need of a book — and there always is — you’re in the right place to find their next favorite series.
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Kids who are aged 9 to 12 start to develop a greater attention span along with logical skills, a wider scope of vocabulary, and an ability to understand a wider range of emotions. Kids this age generally have a good idea of what they like to read, like the topics or genres that interest them. Discover new releases, bestsellers, and popular series that your kids will enjoy. Browse together to find the perfect new read for 9-year-olds, 10-year-olds, 11-year-olds and 12-year-olds. Whether they're elementary school students or middle school students, this collection of books is the perfect fit. From mystery, fantasy, and science-fiction to comic books, there’s a great book waiting for every type of young reader. A fantasy or adventure book series is perfect for middle school students during their summer vacation, while short stories and chapter books are great for 9-year-olds who are just starting to read more challenging books. Entertain, teach, and inspire children with a wide selection of chapter books, with genres spanning from mystery to action and adventure. Some must-read books for 9 to 12 year olds include the Harry Potter series, The Unteachables, The Bookwanderers, The Dog Man Series, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, The Percy Jackson Series, Matilda, The Hobbit, Charlotte's Web, and Guts.
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- Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell
- Stellarlune by Shannon Messenger
- Kwame Crashes the Underworld by Craig Kofi Farmer
- The Flames of Hope by Tui T. Sutherland
- Zachary Ying and the Dragon Emperor by Xiran Jay Zhao
- The Bad Guys by Aaron Blabey
- The Puppets of Spelhorst by Kate DiCamillo
- The Marvellers by Dhonielle Clayton
- Lightfall by Tim Probert
- The Chalice of the Gods by Rick Riordan
- Big Shot by Jeff Kinney
- Amari and the Despicable Wonders by B.B. Alston


















































































































































































































