Books Like Donuthead
Families who loved Donuthead by Sue Stauffacher 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 Donuthead by Sue Stauffacher 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 you notice your child becoming overly preoccupied with germs, safety, or the fear of getting hurt. Franklin, nicknamed Donuthead, is a fifth grader who manages his deep anxiety through strict hygiene and health statistics. His world is turned upside down when he meets Sarah, a girl who is his polar opposite: messy, bold, and entirely unafraid of the world. Through their friendship, Franklin begins to find a balance between caution and living life. It is a hilarious and heart-centered story that offers a mirror for children struggling with mild OCD tendencies or general anxiety. Parents will appreciate how it uses humor to de-stigmatize mental health and shows that bravery often looks like letting someone else into your carefully controlled world. Appropriate for ages 8 to 12.
