Books Like Betti on the High Wire
Families who loved Betti on the High Wire by Lisa Railsback 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 Betti on the High Wire by Lisa Railsback 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 navigating a major transition, particularly one involving adoption, a new family dynamic, or the complex grief of leaving a past life behind. Ten-year-old Babo lives in a war-torn circus camp, holding onto the hope that her parents will return, until she is adopted by an American couple and renamed Betti. The story beautifully captures the push and pull of loyalty to one's roots versus the scary possibility of a happy future. It is a deeply empathetic look at identity and belonging for children aged 8 to 12. Parents will find it a valuable tool for validating the 'messy' feelings that come with big changes, showing that it is okay to miss where you came from while learning to love where you are now.
