Books Like Coping with Friends
Families who loved Coping with Friends by Peter Corey 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 Coping with Friends by Peter Corey often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
A parent would reach for this book when their middle schooler is struggling with the unspoken rules of teenage social life or feeling the sting of a changing friendship group. Peter Corey uses a humorous, survival guide approach to tackle the heavy realities of peer pressure, cliques, and the anxiety of trying to fit in. By framing friendship as a skill to be learned rather than a natural talent, it removes the shame often associated with being left out. This guide is specifically tailored for the 11 to 15 age range, providing a lighthearted yet practical framework for navigating the transition from childhood playmates to complex adolescent relationships. It is an excellent choice for parents who want to open a dialogue about social boundaries without being overly preachy.
