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Growing Up Books For 9-Year-Old Kids

Books about growing up for 9-year-old kids may follow characters dealing with shifting friend groups, social expectations and the pressure to seem more mature. Some stories focus on independence and self-confidence, while others look at embarrassment, insecurity or figuring out where they belong. These books work well for independent reading or classroom-wide conversations about identity, peer pressure and self-esteem.

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Classic Starts: The Secret GardenHeart to Heart with MallorySciShow Kids: Why Do We Have Baby Teeth?Soaring in StyleClassic Starts: Anne of AvonleaThe Secret GardenTao, The Little Samurai: Ninjas and Knock Outs!From Far AwayFolk Tales for Fearless GirlsShiverwood Academy: A Hairy ProblemPaper Son: Lee's Journey to AmericaTao, The Little Samurai: Pranks and Attacks!Granddaddy's TurnSack Full of FeathersThe People of Twelve Thousand WintersThe Boy Who Wanted to CookThe ListenersAll the World's a Stage

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Soaring in StyleGranddaddy's TurnThat's Like Me!Folk Tales for Fearless GirlsI Can Cope!: I Use Meditation to CopeI Can Cope!: I Use Mindfulness to CopeWorking Together: Advocating For YourselfWorking Together: Encouraging OthersBig Panda and Tiny DragonTravels in CubaClassic Starts: Anne of AvonleaClassic Starts: The Secret GardenMonkey and Papa GodHardlucky: The Story of a Boy Who Learns How to Think Before He ActsS is for S'mores: A Camping AlphabetThe Adventures of Peter CottontailIn Andal's HouseTuki and Moka: A Tale of Two Tamarins
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Classic Starts: The Secret GardenHeart to Heart with MalloryClassic Starts: Anne of AvonleaThe Secret GardenTao, The Little Samurai: Ninjas and Knock Outs!From Far AwayFolk Tales for Fearless GirlsShiverwood Academy: A Hairy ProblemPaper Son: Lee's Journey to AmericaTao, The Little Samurai: Pranks and Attacks!Sack Full of FeathersThe People of Twelve Thousand WintersThe Boy Who Wanted to CookThe ListenersAll the World's a StageMallory Mcdonald, Super SnoopBig Panda and Tiny DragonI Can Cope!: I Use Meditation to CopeThat's Like Me!Travels in CubaBatman: Five Riddles for RobinI Can Cope!: I Use Mindfulness to CopeLearning to be SilentMonkey and Papa God

Videos

SciShow Kids: Why Do We Have Baby Teeth?Soaring in StyleGranddaddy's Turn

Help your child grow through reading

Did you know?

  • Many friendships become more emotionally important as children grow older.
  • Around age 8, kids often become more aware of peer pressure and fitting in.
  • Books about growing up can help children recognize how feelings and friendships change over time.

How to make the most of Epic

For Parents
  • Bring these books into classroom discussions about peer pressure, confidence and changing friendships.
  • Use small-group reading time to talk through social situations, misunderstandings and growing independence.
For Educators
  • Encourage students to reflect on how the characters handle responsibility, conflict and fitting in.
  • Read these stories together and ask children how their own experiences compare to the challenges in the book.

FAQ

Families and educators can use these books to spark conversations about change, friendship and growing up in a fun way. They can read together, discuss what they learn and relate the stories to their own experiences.

They can be great tools for classroom activities and family discussions. Reading these books together enhances understanding of important life lessons and helps children connect with their peers and family members.

They can support vocabulary, comprehension and discussion while keeping reading tied to a clear topic.

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