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Family Books For 12-Year-Old Kids

As children approach their teenage years, the word 'family' can take on new meaning. Books about family for 12-year-olds explore growing independence, changing expectations and the connections that remain important through life's transitions. These stories are well suited for independent readers and can prompt reflection on family, identity and personal values.

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Popular Books

Anne Gets Into Trouble
Finding Mighty
Anne's Imagination
The Missing Brooch
A Cracking Adventure
Molly's Promise
The Biggest Poutine in the World
Hurricane Wills

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Finding Mighty
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Anne Gets Into Trouble
Anne's Imagination
The Missing Brooch
A Cracking Adventure
The Biggest Poutine in the World
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Anne Gets Into TroubleFinding MightyAnne's ImaginationThe Missing BroochA Cracking AdventureMolly's PromiseThe Biggest Poutine in the WorldHurricane Wills

Help your child grow through reading

Did you know?

  • Family history can offer clues about traditions, values and experiences passed through generations.
  • Children often become more aware of how family influences identity.
  • Some family stories gain new meaning as children grow older and understand them differently.

How to make the most of Epic

For Parents
  • Discuss how different generations view the same situation.
  • Compare the perspectives of children, parents and other relatives in the story.
For Educators
  • Choose stories that feature family challenges as well as family celebrations.
  • Talk about how family experiences can shape a character's decisions.

FAQ

Families and educators can use these books to discuss how family influences identity, values and personal growth. Many stories encourage readers to think about the connections that shape their lives.

Readers can learn about different family structures, changing relationships and the ways people support one another through challenges. Many stories present family life from multiple perspectives.

These books can be shared at home or in the classroom to encourage meaningful conversations about family, belonging and understanding others.

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