Books Like Don't Tell Lies, Lucy!
Families who loved Don't Tell Lies, Lucy! by Phil Roxbee Cox 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 Don't Tell Lies, Lucy! by Phil Roxbee Cox 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 starts telling 'tall tales' to avoid trouble or gain attention. It is a perfect choice for those moments when you notice the line between imagination and deception beginning to blur. The story follows Lucy, a young girl whose habit of lying leads to increasingly complicated and humorous situations until her dishonesty finally catches up with her. Through its rhythmic and engaging verse, the book explores themes of integrity, the weight of a guilty conscience, and the breakdown of trust. It is ideally suited for children aged 4 to 7, offering a gentle but firm lesson on why honesty is the best policy. Parents will appreciate how it opens up a non-confrontational dialogue about the natural consequences of lying without being overly preachy.
