Families who loved Good as Gold by Sarah Mlynowski 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 beginning to question the 'why' behind rules or struggling with the fallout of a well-intentioned mistake. While it is a fun, magical adventure, it centers on the idea of restorative justice: how do we make things right when we have accidentally caused harm? Abby and Jonah enter the world of Goldilocks and find a situation much more complicated than the original tale suggests. It is perfect for elementary readers who enjoy humor and fast-paced action but are ready to think about empathy and the importance of apologizing. The story models how to stand up for others while taking personal responsibility for your own actions.