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$1797
Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2015
Fish in a Tree
A girl hides her reading struggles until a teacher helps her embrace her unique mind.
288 pages· 48,663 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 87,403 ratings
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Books About Talents · 121 titles considered
The Best Talents Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about talents? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.
Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.
The Shortlist
Our 10 Favorite Books About Talents
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 11–15 · 2005
Princess Academy
By Shannon Hale · Book #1 in the Princess Academy series
A mountain girl faces a contest to become a princess, risking her home and heart.
336 pages· 63,336 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 123,206 ratings
$9.99Save 4%
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2013
A Tangle of Knots
By Lisa Graff
An orphan's cake-baking Talent leads her to a mysterious journey and a life-altering secret.
272 pages· 35,217 words· Est. 5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 9,722 ratings
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$1899
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1978
The Clown of God
A juggler's last performance on Christmas Eve may lead to a miracle.
48 pages· 1,403 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud
6.1/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 3,480 ratings
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$1425
Picture Book · Ages 5–10 · 2003
The Dot
A young girl discovers her artistic talent with the help of her teacher.
32 pages· 329 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
6.1/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 35,596 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 2009
Spoon
A spoon struggles with feelings of inadequacy and jealousy towards his friends until he realizes his own unique qualities.
40 pages· 400 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 4,558 ratings
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$1615
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017
The Second Sky
By Patrick Guest, Jonathan Bentley (Illustrator)
A penguin dreams of flying despite his limitations. Can he defy the odds?
32 pages
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 277 ratings
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019
Hi, I'm Norman
By Robert Burleigh, Wendell Minor (Illustrator)
Discover the life of an artist who captured the American spirit.
48 pages· 2,437 words· Est. 19 min read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 119 ratings
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$1597
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016
Hiding Heidi
A girl learns that sharing the spotlight can lead to more fun with friends.
32 pages
5.4/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 318 ratings
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$574
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2018
Drummer Girl
A young girl named Jasmine Toguchi struggles to find her talent for the school talent show.
128 pages· 9,115 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 293 ratings
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Talents Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about talents for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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$1799
We Will Rock Our Classmates
Ages 4–8 · 2020
A young T. rex named Penelope wants to participate in her school's talent show, but she's worried that being a dinosaur will hold her back.
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$1299
Genius Ideas (Mostly)
Ages 8–12 · 2011
Tom juggles band dreams and family chaos before the school talent show.
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$599
Talent Show Scaredy-Pants
Ages 5–7 · 2005
A talentless first grader faces a bully and a talent show dilemma.
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$1799
The Girl Who Never Made Mistakes
Ages 4–8 · 2011
A girl known for never making mistakes finally makes one in front of a crowd.
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$1699
Fancy Nancy: The Show Must Go On
Ages 4–8 · 2009
A girl is assigned a new partner for the school talent show and they must come up with an act together
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$1495
Chicken Dance
Ages 3–7 · 2009
Chickens face off against ducks in a barnyard talent showdown.
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$1799
The Good Egg and the Talent Show
Ages 4–8 · 2022
A good egg discovers its hidden talents by helping others during a talent show.
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$1799
Hugsby
Ages 3–6 · 2020
A pet monster's hugs prove more valuable than any trick at Show and Tell Day.
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$1799
Thank You, Garden
Ages 3–7 · 2020
A community garden blooms with plants and friendships, uniting neighbors in growth.
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$999
Andy & Sandy and the Big Talent Show
Ages 4–8 · 2017
Shy Andy must save the talent show when Sandy freezes on stage.
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$899
The Scrambled States of America Talent Show
Ages 6–10 · 2002
Stage fright threatens a talent show. Can the show go on?
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$1595
Penguin's Hidden Talent
Ages 4–8 · 2012
Penguin can't find his talent for the show. Will he discover it in time?
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Talents Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about talents for developing and independent readers.
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$699
Mrs. Lane Is a Pain!
Ages 6–10 · 2014
A group of students participate in a talent show at their school, with a secret grand prize at stake
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$1399
Stand Up
Ages 8–12 · 2017
Max must win a talent quest to reclaim his funny reputation.
Graphic Nov.
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$699
Bink & Gollie: Two for One
Ages 6–9 · 2012
Two friends visit a state fair and participate in various activities.
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$699
Heidi Heckelbeck Is Ready to Dance!
Ages 7–9 · 2013
A talent show, magical shoes, and a spellbook—can Heidi find her hidden talent?
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$699
Showing Off
Ages 8–12 · 2017
Magic misfits face a talent show challenge with secrets and spies.
Graphic Nov.
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$1499
Tales from a Not-So-Talented Pop Star
Ages 9–13 · 2011
A talent contest could save Nikki's secret and her dad's job.
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$699
Don't Tap-Dance on Your Teacher
Ages 6–10 · 2009
A boy named Roscoe breaks a rule and gets in trouble, but then he finds a new passion in tap dancing.
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$799
That's What Friends Aren't For
Ages 8–12 · 2010
A secret diary reveals unexpected friendships and hilarious dilemmas.
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$599
The Talented Clementine
Ages 7–9 · 2007
A young girl navigates the challenges of a school talent show while trying to find her own unique talent
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$999
Camp Rolling Hills
Ages 8–12 · 2016
Summer camp turns chaotic as a prank war erupts. Can two unlikely allies restore peace?
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$699
Night of the Puppet People
Ages 8–12 · 2015
Twins face their puppet phobia to win a contest, but something sinister lurks.
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$599
Hopping Mad
Ages 6–9 · 2010
Can the boys stop frogs from ruining the talent show?