Families who loved Amelia's Middle-School Graduation Yearbook by Marissa Moss 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 facing a major academic transition or feeling the bittersweet pressure of saying goodbye to a familiar school environment. Amelia captures the chaotic blend of anxiety and excitement that comes with finishing middle school, making it an essential companion for kids who are nervous about high school or losing touch with friends. The story follows Amelia as she navigates eighth-grade graduation, creating a scrapbook of memories while grappling with the fear of the unknown. Written for ages 9 to 12, this notebook style narrative normalizes the messy feelings of growing up. It focuses on self-identity and friendship loyalty, providing a creative template for children to process their own milestones. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's trepidation about the future while celebrating their past accomplishments in a way that feels authentic and non-preachy.
