Books Like Fox on the Job
Families who loved Fox on the Job by James Marshall 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 Fox on the Job by James Marshall 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 facing the frustration of failing at a new task or feeling the weight of a 'big kid' responsibility for the first time. Fox on the Job is a gentle, humorous entry point for discussing the reality that success often requires several tries and a lot of patience. The story follows Fox, a charmingly flawed protagonist who must earn money for a new bicycle after his old one is wrecked. As he cycles through jobs at a shoe store, an amusement park, and a pizza parlor, children see that making mistakes is a natural part of the learning process. It is a perfect choice for kids aged 6 to 9 who are beginning to navigate personal accountability and the value of hard work, all delivered through James Marshall's signature wit and accessible language.
