Books for Pagan Children: Middle School/Tween (D-F)

It can be difficult to find books for your Pagan children to read. You want books that teach them your values, and maybe something close to your beliefs and traditions.

I have compiled a list of good books by great authors. Many are outright Pagan. Some are Pagan in flavor or Pagan-friendly. I am noting when the author is Pagan to encourage support of Pagan authors and artists.

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• Dark Is Rising Sequence, The: Over Sea, Under Stone; The Dark Is Rising; Greenwitch;The Grey King; Silver on the Tree by Susan Cooper (Fantasy)
  Will Stanton’s life is shattered with the revelation that the Dark—the source of all evil—is rising in its last and greatest bid to control the world. He finds that he is no ordinary boy, but the last-born of the Old Ones. Will is swept up in the great battle, along with his ageless master, Merriman; the three Drew children; and a strange boy named Bran. These six fight fear and death in a quest through time and space interwoven with the most ancient myths of the islands of Britain—until, at last, Will and Bran find the weapon that will ultimately vanquish the Dark.

• Dragonology: The Complete Book of Dragons by Dr. Ernest Drake (Fantasy)
  Do you believe in dragons? Now, for the first time, the long-lost research of renowned nineteenth century dragonologist Dr. Ernest Drake is presented in all its eccentric glory, happily bridging the gap between dragon legend and fact. The meticulous Dr. Drake assigns Latin names to various dragon species, ruminates on why dragons are able to speak, speculates on how they could fly, and explains the true purpose of their notorious hoarding habits.

• Faerie's Tale, A (The Eyedore Trilogy Book 1) by SR Hollands (Fantasy)
  Cast out into the human world and branded a thief, Willow a woman of the Faerie realm is unable to return home. Without assistance she will perish and her lands and property will be taken from her. Abducted by those who would do her harm she is followed back into her own world by her human allies who assist in claiming back her family heritage. Danger and the threat of death are never far away and only perseverance and a little luck will see them through.

• Fearless Girls, Wise Women, and Beloved Sisters: Heroines in Folktales from Around the World by Kathleen Ragan (Myths)
  Dismayed by the predominance of male protagonists and heroes in her daughters' books, the author set out to collect the stories of forgotten heroines: courageous mothers, clever young girls and warrior women who save villages from monsters, rule wisely over kingdoms and outwit judges, kings and tigers. Gathered from around the world, from regions as diverse as sub-Saharan Africa and Western Europe, from Native American cultures and New World settlers, from Asia and the Middle East, these one hundred folk tales celebrate strong heroines.

• Field Guide to Fairies, A: Explore the Secret World of the Fairy Realm by Susannah Marriott (Fantasy)
  Boys and girls will be spellbound as they explore the origins and the legends of fairies in this spectacularly beautiful volume. Lavish illustrations show the fairies of meadows and fields, of lakes and rivers, and of air and wind. Here too are magical depictions of tree fairies, house fairies, ocean and sea fairies, all of them shown in their traditional, richly illustrated environments. An enchanting picture book, A Field Guide to Fairies presents a series of beautiful full-color spreads, each bewitching illustration captioned with a description of its fairy's origins in legendry and its relationship to nature. Among these hauntingly beautiful color depictions of fairies are three impressive double-page pop-up scenes. The book's heavy board front cover is die-cut to reveal the enchanting fairy illustration that adorns the title page.

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Books for Pagan Children: Parenting (C-F)

It can be difficult to find books for your Pagan children to read. You want books that teach them your values, and maybe something close to your beliefs and traditions.

I have compiled a list of good books by great authors. Many are outright Pagan. Some are Pagan in flavor or Pagan-friendly. I am noting when the author is Pagan to encourage support of Pagan authors and artists.

• Celebrating the Great Mother: A Handbook of Earth-Honoring Activities for Parents and Children by Cait Johnson (Non-Fiction) *PAGAN*
  Adults have a wide array of books to help explore earth-based spirituality. But what if they want to include their children? Here is a handbook to help parents, caregivers, teachers, and counselors create meaningful spiritual experiences that will inspire children of all ages. The ideas, suggestions, and activities collected here show how to bring children into rituals that celebrate seasonal cycles and help reclaim the spiritual roots of today's modern holidays.

• Children of the Green: Raising our Kids in Pagan Traditions by Dr. Hannah E. Johnston (Non-Fiction) *PAGAN*
  Children of the Green is an in-depth consideration of child raising from within pagan spirituality. Written by a long-time pagan witch, educator and parent, it considers the deeper questions of raising children within pagan spirituality, and the building of community for pagan families. Taking a unique approach, Children of the Green focuses not solely on sharing the festivals and celebratory cycles of paganism, but also discusses the moral, ethical and practical issues of raising kids as pagans; from working with schools, handling family changes and crises, child development from a pagan perspective and facing the challenges of a changing world.

• Children's Pagan Program (CPP) Guide: All-in-One Pagan Studies for Children by One Tree International (Non-Fiction)
  The All-in-One Pagan Studies for Children: Children’s Pagan Program (CPP) Guide volume includes definitions used in pagan and neo-pagan traditions as well as a sample curriculum and sample forms that will aid the teacher in setting up their program. This text is intended for the teacher(s) and not directly for the student. This text is ideal for the pagan parent looking to educate their child, the pagan teacher conducting group pagan instruction for children, or for the teacher in both public and private schools looking to educate the lay public in pagan studies.

• Earthlight by Maureen Garth (Activity)
  Countless parents, teachers, and other carers for children have discovered the benefits of Maureen Garth′s unique approach to meditation. Her simple but imaginative stories lead children into magical worlds in which they are released from fears, discover peacefulness and stillness, and experience wonder-filled adventures.

• Family Wicca: Revised and Expanded Edition by Ashleen O'Gaea (Non-Fiction)
  More than 10 years ago, it was the first book written specifically for Wiccan parents. Now it's the 21st century's best reference for the still growing number of neo-Pagan parents who want to introduce their children to the principles of their religion. Like Ashleen's other books, it's written from her perspective as a Wiccan, but it's easy for other pagan traditions to "translate" and use, too. In Family Wicca, priestess, wife, and mother Ashleen O'Gaea offers encouragement, shares her own family's experiences, discusses real-life challenges and how to deal with them, and provides a wealth of simple rituals and inexpensive projects that will enhance your family's life in every way.

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Books for Pagan Children: Elementary (F-H)

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It can be difficult to find books for your Pagan children to read. You want books that teach them your values, and maybe something close to your beliefs and traditions.

I have compiled a list of good books by great authors. Many are outright Pagan. Some are Pagan in flavor or Pagan-friendly. I am noting when the author is a confirmed Pagan to encourage support of Pagan authors and artists. If you know an author is Pagan, but they aren't marked as such, send me a message and I will correct it.

• Fairyopolis: A Flower Fairy's Journal by Glen Bird (Fantasy)
  
  Do you believe in fairies? Protected and hidden by a society of Fairy lovers for over 80 years the secret fairy journal of Cicely Mary Barker is available for the first time ever to the public. Learn what really happened during that magical Summer of 1920 when Cicely Mary Barker discovered the secret world of the Flower Fairies.

• Fire Dreams (Magic Elements Quartet) by Mallory Loehr (Fiction)
  
  Fire Travel Directions, Part 1: With first light use copper, at daylight use gold, at moonlight use silver. This is the message the fire delivers to Sam, Polly, and Joe. But what exactly is fire travel, and where will it take them? Without fully understanding what they’re getting into, the three kids prepare to follow the glowing parchment’s instructions. But it’s always dangerous to play with fire, especially when it’s magic.

• Forbidden Door, The by Marilee Heyer (Fantasy)
  
  Having spent all her life in fabulous underground caves, Reena stumbles upon the Forbidden Door to Outside and discovers the terrible secret of the Okira, who had forced Reena's ancestors into the caves many years before.

• Giving Thanks: A Native American Good Morning Message by Chief Jake Swamp (Non-Fiction)
  
  Giving Thanks is a special children's version of the Thanksgiving Address, a message of gratitude that originated with the Native people of upstate New York and Canada and that is still spoken at ceremonial gatherings held by the Iroquois, or Six Nations.

• Goddesses by Burleigh Muten (Myths)
  
  For many thousands of years, stories of goddesses have inspired women and girls from all over the world. Now, the strength and power of these divine women has been collected into one breathtaking volume, featuring fascinating descriptions by goddess expert Burleigh Muten of over one hundred of the world's most celebrated goddesses. With stunning classical artwork by Rebecca Guay, the entries and images in Goddesses come together to form a powerful mirror that illuminates the most radiant and complex aspects of womankind, helping to redefine what it is to be feminine.

• Green Boy by Susan Cooper (Fiction)
  
  Long Pond Cay, in the Bahamas, is a magical white-sand island, and twelve-year-old Trey and silent seven-year-old Lou love to visit its loneliness. But one day the magic becomes nightmare, and suddenly they are in another world, strident, polluted, and overcrowded -- where little Lou is hailed not as a mute Bahamian boy but as the mythic hero Lugh, born to bring terrible destruction and renewal. Carried betwween worlds in a zigzag adenture of mounting tension and danger, the children risk their lives not only to save the alien world, but to ward off a new, parallel threat to their beloved Long Pond Cay. The forces of myth and nature explode together in an amazing climax.

• Growing Up Pagan: A Workbook for Wiccan Families by Raine Hill (Activity) *PAGAN*
  
  Finally, a children's workbook designed for Pagan families! Rich, exciting stories to read together and discuss, as well as activities to reinforce lessons in a fun way. Chock-full of puzzles, games, mythology, beautiful illustrations, and Pagan symbols, this workbook teaches the basic Wiccan belief system. Let this be a family affair, with parents, older siblings, and young children taking part in a "something-for-everyone" Pagan experience. A teaching tool for Pagan families, or others wanting to teach their children diversity.

• Gwinna by Barbara Helen Berger (Fantasy)
  
  Longing for a child, the woodworker and his wife seek help from the Mother of Owls. She grants them a child, Gwinna, on the condition they send her back on her 12th birthday to fulfill the destiny her magic and hew wings hold in store for her. A lyrical tale of classic enchantment and unfrogettable beauty. Full-color illustrations.

• Half Magic by Edward Eager (Fantasy)
  
  Magic never happens, not really, Mark tells his sisters. But something strange is going on. Jane is sure it all started when they found the silver coin. It was in her pocket when she made a wish that half came true. Jane insists that all they have to do now is wish for twice as much as they want and they will get a full wish. What could possibly go wrong.

• Halloween Tree, The by Ray Bradbury (Fantasy)
  
  Eight costumed boys running to meet their friend Pipkin at the haunted house outside town encounter instead the huge and cadaverous Mr. Moundshroud. As Pipkin scrambles to join them, he is swept away by a dark Something, and Moundshroud leads the boys on the tail of a kite through time and space to search the past for their friend and the meaning of Halloween. After witnessing a funeral procession in ancient Egypt, cavemen discovering fire, Druid rites, the persecution of witches in the Dark Ages, and the gargoyles of Notre Dame, they catch up with the elusive Pipkin in the catacombs of Mexico, where each boy gives one year from the end of his life to save Pipkin's.

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