Books Like Alex is My Friend
Families who loved Alex is My Friend by Marisabina Russo often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Alex is My Friend by Marisabina Russo often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child starts noticing physical differences in their peers or has questions about how to interact with a friend who uses a wheelchair or has a chronic medical condition. It is a gentle, grounding resource for teaching that a disability is only one part of a person's identity and does not limit the depth of a friendship. The story follows two boys who enjoy a typical, playful bond despite Alex being a dwarf and occasionally needing a wheelchair following back surgery. It beautifully illustrates that while Alex might move differently or need certain accommodations, the core of their relationship is built on shared laughter and mutual support. It is an ideal pick for preschool and early elementary children to foster natural empathy and normalize physical diversity without being overly didactic.
