Books Like Chang and the Bamboo Flute
Families who loved Chang and the Bamboo Flute by Elizabeth Starr Hill 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 Chang and the Bamboo Flute by Elizabeth Starr Hill 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 feels overlooked because they process the world quietly or communicate differently than their peers. It is a soul-stirring historical adventure centered on Chang, a mute boy living on a houseboat in ancient China, who finds his voice through the music of a bamboo flute and his bond with a trained cormorant. As a great flood threatens his family, Chang must move past his silence to become a hero. This story is perfect for children ages 8 to 12, offering a sensitive exploration of disability, resilience, and the idea that being different is a hidden strength. It normalizes the experience of non-verbal communication and celebrates the many ways a person can be brave, providing a mirror for kids who feel 'unheard' and a window for those learning empathy.
