Books Like Good-bye Tonsils!
Families who loved Good-bye Tonsils! by Craig Hatkoff 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 Good-bye Tonsils! by Craig Hatkoff 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 an upcoming surgery, a hospital stay, or a procedure that feels mysterious and frightening. It is designed to replace the fear of the unknown with concrete information and a sense of mastery. The story follows Juliana, a young girl who needs her tonsils removed to stop her frequent sore throats. Using real-life photographs rather than abstract illustrations, the book walks through the entire process, from the pre-op explanations with Dr. Ward to the recovery period involving plenty of ice cream. It is highly effective for children aged 4 to 8 because it validates their anxiety while showing that the hospital is a place of care and healing. Parents will appreciate how it models open communication and provides a clear roadmap for what the day of surgery will actually look like.
