Books Like Fly Away

About Fly Away

Reach for this book when your child is navigating a major life transition, such as the loss of a loved one or a move to an unfamiliar environment. This moving story follows thirteen-year-old Amy as she relocates from New Zealand to Canada after the tragic death of her mother. Estranged from her father and struggling with her grief, Amy finds a sense of purpose and healing by rescuing and raising a brood of orphaned goslings. Through the responsibility of caring for these birds, she begins to rebuild her relationship with her father and find her own wings. It is a beautiful exploration of resilience and the restorative power of nature. Parents will appreciate the way it handles heavy themes of loss and estrangement with a hopeful, adventurous spirit that emphasizes agency and emotional growth.