Books for Boys 9-12 Years Old
Sometimes it can be hard to find book for boys. My tween boy doesn’t like to read so it’s doubly hard to find good books for him. If you are in the same boat, never fear! There are some great books for boys age 9-12 out there! These are some of my favorite picks!
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“The Original Adventures of Hank the Cowdog”
by John R. Erickson
Hank is a favorite at our house! It’s hard to resist this hard working dog. The great news is that if your child likes this book there is a whole series chronicling Hank’s adventures.
“Summer of the Monkeys”
by Wilson Rawls
This book is an all-time favorite from my own childhood. Set in the Ozark Mountains this adventure is full of fun, humor and excitement. Join Jay Berry Lee as he sets out to capture some escaped monkeys and learns a little about life along the way.
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“Where the Red Fern Grows”
by Wilson Rawls
Another great book by Wilson Rawls. Join Billy as he realizes his dream of owning a pair of hunting hounds. A coming of age story that will tug at your heart strings.
Spoiler Alert: this book makes me cry every time I read it.
“How to Train Your Dragon”
“How to Train Your Dragon” Series by Cressida Cowell
The books that inspired the DreamWorks movie by the same name. These hilarious books follow Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third an unlikely hero as he comes into his own.
“Redwall”
by Brian Jacques
First in a 22 book series! This beloved series can keep them reading for a long time! A story of a young mouse who lives in quiet Redwall Abbey. Full of memorable characters and exciting adventure. Credited by many as the books that taught them to love reading!
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“Strange Case of Origami Yoda”
by Tom Angleberger
A funny story about Dwight who is sort of an oddball. He folds up an origami Yoda finger puppet who then precedes to hand out advice to his fellow classmates. First book in a series. You don’t have to be a Star Wars fan to enjoy these books.
“Hatchet”
by Gary Paulsen
On his way to visit his father Brian is in a plane crash. As the only survivor he faces the Canadian Wilderness all alone. Armed with only a hatchet he learns how to survive on his own. My oldest son read this in class and loved it. Then he went to the library and borrowed all the Gary Paulsen books he could find!
“Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIHM”
by Robert C. O’Brien
Another oldie but goodie! I read this one when I was in school. Mrs. Frisby (a mouse) must move her family immediately. However, one of her children is sick. She encounters the rats of NIHM who come up with a creative way to help her move her family. In turn she does them a favor.
“The Underland Chronicles”
by Suzanne Collins
Written by the author of “The Hunger Games” but aimed at a younger audience. Gregor follows his sister through a grate in their apartment. Landing him in the Underland where he is thrown into an adventure he never expected!
I would love to hear what books for boys you have found. What is on your bookshelves? Please feel free to share in the comment section!
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