Coming-of-Age Books
Few kids' books are as powerful as stories about characters coming of age. Whether they're learning hard truths about loss and prejudice or finding out what it really means to grow up and be independent, the kids in these books are the kind of memorable characters you own kids are sure to relate to.
- Move over, Ramona -- here comes Clementine.By Sara Pennypacker
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Delightful page-turner with rock-solid values.By Andrew Clements -
National Book Award winner imparts importance of empathy.
By Kathryn Erskine -
Sympathetic, realistic portrait of boy with ADHD.By Jack Gantos -
Fun debut of spy school series is OK for tweens.By Ally Carter -
Popular series debut demonstrates good girl friendships.By Ann Brashares -
Stunning classic examines racism -- and justice.
By Harper Lee -
Great wisdom and humor for teens to meditate on.By Jordan Sonnenblick -
Gritty, honest look at teen pregnancy. Teens and up.By Sharon M. Draper -
One of the greatest novels of the 20th century.By J. D. Salinger
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