Books Like All the Way Home
Families who loved All the Way Home by Patricia Reilly Giff 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 All the Way Home by Patricia Reilly Giff 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 is struggling with a physical limitation, feeling like an outsider, or navigating the complexities of a changing family dynamic. Set against the backdrop of 1941, this historical novel follows Mariel, a girl recovering from polio, and Brick, a boy desperate to return to his home in apple country. As they embark on a journey from Brooklyn to upstate New York, they discover the true meaning of resilience and belonging. It is a gentle yet profound story that addresses self-acceptance and the courage it takes to define oneself beyond a diagnosis or a difficult past. Perfect for middle grade readers, it provides a safe space to explore themes of identity, loyalty, and the hidden strengths we find in the face of adversity.
