Books Like Always
Families who loved Always by Morris Gleitzman 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 Always by Morris Gleitzman 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 middle schooler is ready to explore how the past shapes our future and how heroism evolves as we age. As the final chapter in the acclaimed Felix series, Always finds the protagonist as an elderly man in Australia, still guided by the stories and the moral compass he forged during the Holocaust. It is a powerful choice for children showing an interest in historical justice or those grappling with how to stand up for what is right in a modern world. While it deals with heavy themes of survival and the lingering effects of war, it is ultimately a masterclass in empathy and human resilience. Parents can use this book to bridge the gap between historical atrocities and the importance of active kindness today. It is best suited for mature readers aged 11 to 15 who can handle some tense scenes and emotional weight.
