Families who loved Hannah Mae O'Hannigan's Wild West Show by written and ill. by Lisa Campbell Ernst 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 obsessed with a dream that feels out of reach due to where you live or your current circumstances. Whether they want to be an astronaut in a small town or a cowgirl in a city apartment, this story validates their passion and the hard work it takes to get there. Hannah Mae O'Hannigan doesn't let her urban backyard stop her from training like a true western star. With a makeshift pony and a lot of grit, she practices her skills until she finally gets the chance to prove herself at her uncle's ranch. It is a wonderful tool for discussing the value of practice and the importance of staying true to oneself, even when others might find your hobbies unusual. The book is perfectly pitched for kids aged 4 to 8 who are ready for a bit more narrative complexity and a lot of humor.
