Books Like Contest Crazy
Families who loved Contest Crazy by Alan MacDonald 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 Contest Crazy by Alan MacDonald 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 the 'green-eyed monster' or finding it difficult to be happy for a sibling's success. It provides a gentle mirror for children who feel that life is only fair if they are the one winning, offering a safe space to discuss the complex mix of love and envy that often exists between brothers and sisters. The story follows twins Ben and Clare, who share a passion for entering contests until a win by only one of them creates a rift. Through their experience, the book explores themes of justice, frustration, and the eventual path back to sibling harmony. At 48 pages, this chapter book is perfectly paced for early readers (ages 6 to 9) to navigate these big emotions without feeling overwhelmed by a heavy or lengthy narrative.
