Best Piano Books for Teens (2026): 5 Books Compared

A teen who can pick out a tune by ear but cannot read the notes yet needs a book that starts at the beginning without talking down, and the best piano books for teens are the ones that pair real songs with clear steps. We compared beginner and early intermediate piano books by age and level, page count, song count and the extras each listing names. The lesson books lead for new players, with the pop and holiday songbooks behind them for players who already read a little.

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The picks

#	Product	Shelf Score	Buy
1	120 Famous Easy Piano Songs by Ramirez	9.7/10	Buy on Amazon
2	Piano for Teens by Linn	9.7/10	Buy on Amazon
3	100 Easy Piano Songs by Dominguez	9.6/10	Buy on Amazon
4	40 Pop Songs for Kids by Various	9.5/10	Buy on Amazon
5	FunTime Piano Christmas by Faber	9.4/10	Buy on Amazon

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120 Famous Easy Piano Songs by Ramirez

TEDMA Academy·9.7/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

A 169-page beginner lesson book for ages 11 and up, teens and adults, with 120 melodies across six levels.

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Pros

• Stated for ages 11 and up, teens and adults
• 120 melodies across six levels, from easy to advanced-level pieces
• 4 books in 1: lesson book, reading guide, theory and technique

Cons

• No grade level is stated
• One volume spans six levels, from easy to advanced-level pieces
• No binding format is stated in the listing

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Piano for Teens by Linn

Jennifer Linn·9.7/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

A 48-page beginner course written for teens, with pop hits, classical favorites and online audio.

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Pros

• Written for teens, with pop hits and classical favorites
• Step-by-step progression with online audio tracks
• Clean page layouts focused on one concept at a time

Cons

• No reading age or grade level is stated
• 48 pages only, with no second volume named
• Published May 1, 2018, an older edition

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100 Easy Piano Songs by Dominguez

Lido Publishing·9.6/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

A 120-page beginner songbook with 100 songs in five levels, for complete beginners through late-beginner players.

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Pros

• Five levels from one-hand melodies to lead-sheet playing
• 100 songs across folk, classical, holiday and jazz
• Video tutorials for all 100 songs plus music games

Cons

• No reading age or grade level is stated
• Stops at late-beginner level, with no advanced-level pieces
• Most pieces are arranged in the key of C

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40 Pop Songs for Kids by Various

Various·9.5/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

A 128-page really easy piano songbook of 40 pop songs with lyrics and tips, for kids and young learners.

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Pros

• 40 easy piano arrangements with lyrics and performance tips
• Familiar pop hits that keep young players motivated
• Background notes with context and technique advice

Cons

• Written for kids and young learners, not teens
• No reading age or grade level is stated
• No video or audio support is stated

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FunTime Piano Christmas by Faber

Nancy Faber·9.4/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

A 32-page early intermediate Christmas songbook at Level 3A 3B, with traditional carols and modern favorites.

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Pros

• Level 3A 3B for early intermediate players
• Traditional carols and modern Christmas favorites in one book
• Arrangements that build hand coordination, rhythm and expression

Cons

• Christmas pieces only, for seasonal use
• 32 pages only, a thin seasonal volume
• Published January 1, 1988, an older reprint edition

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More picks to compare

• Accelerated Piano Adventures by FaberLesson Book 1 for older beginners and teens, covering grand staff notes and rhythms.Check on Amazon
• Beginning Piano for Teens by NewmanAll-in-one course for teens and adults with online videos for absolute beginners.Check on Amazon

Compare the picks

Book details as published on each listing, collected 25 October 2026.

How we scored them

The Shelf Score weighs fit for the reader, contents and edition, value, and the listed reading age or level where one is given. All five picks list a reading age or level: ages 11 and up for the TEDMA book, a beginner level for the Lido, Linn and Pop books, and Level 3A 3B for the Faber Christmas book. How we pick explains the weights.

Scores run from 9.2 to 9.8: each book’s point total is placed on that range, so more points always means a higher score. Reading age or level counts on a list where at least one listing gives one, and a book whose listing gives none then scores zero on it. Where no listing gives one, the score is taken over the other 85 points. Books carry no warranty, so warranty is not scored.

How to choose the best piano books for teens

Match the level to the reader

A complete beginner needs a book that starts with one-hand melodies and labeled notes, like the Lido book with five levels or the TEDMA book with six levels. A player who already reads should look at the Faber Christmas book at Level 3A 3B instead. Check the level in the listing before buying, since a book aimed at kids may not suit a teen even when the level matches.

Pick songs the reader wants to play

Pop hits keep practice going, and the Linn book pairs them with classical favorites while the Pop book sticks to pop songs with lyrics. Holiday players should look at the Faber Christmas book, which covers carols only. For more teen reading, see our young adult books and middle grade books.

Check pages and extras

Page counts run from 32 to 169 pages here, so check what the volume holds before buying. The TEDMA book adds videos and a reading guide, the Lido book adds videos and games, and the Linn book adds online audio. A thin book like the Faber Christmas volume suits a season, not a full year of lessons.

Before you buy

• Check the edition and publication date on the listing: the Faber Christmas book is a reprint from January 1, 1988, while the TEDMA and Lido books are from 2025.
• Check which book of a series comes first: the Faber Christmas book is Level 3A 3B, not a first book.
• Check the reading age or level against the reader: ages 11 and up for the TEDMA book, beginner level for the Lido and Linn books, Level 3A 3B for the Faber book.

Frequently Asked Questions

What piano book suits a teen who cannot read music yet?

The TEDMA book and the Lido book both start from zero: the TEDMA book teaches reading from scratch across six levels, and the Lido book prints note names inside big noteheads in Level 1.

Which book here is written for teens?

The Linn book, Piano for Teens, is written for teens, and the TEDMA book names teens among its readers. The Pop book is written for kids and young learners instead.

Does any book here include video help?

Yes. The TEDMA book lists 120 video tutorials, the Lido book lists video tutorials for all 100 songs, and the Linn book lists online audio tracks.

Still deciding? Our top pick120 Famous Easy Piano Songs by Ramirez

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Related lists

See every young adult list and all kids and teens lists.

More lists: middle grade books, picture books and reading and phonics workbooks.