Books Like Dolores Meets Her Match
Families who loved Dolores Meets Her Match by Barbara Samuels 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 Dolores Meets Her Match by Barbara Samuels 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 grappling with the green-eyed monster of jealousy or feeling 'less than' compared to a new friend. It perfectly captures the social anxiety that arises when a newcomer seems to outshine us in every category, from fashion to feline companions. Dolores is a wonderfully relatable, slightly messier-than-average girl who meets Hillary, a neighbor who appears perfect. The story follows Dolores as she tries to compete with Hillary's sophisticated cat and polished demeanor, leading to a series of humorous but poignant social blunders. It is a fantastic choice for the 4 to 8 age range because it validates the sting of comparison while gently guiding children toward a more authentic sense of self-worth. Parents will appreciate the way it models the messy, non-linear path of making friends and learning that 'different' doesn't mean 'better.'
