Books Like I Am Alfonso Jones
Families who loved I Am Alfonso Jones by Tony Medina 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 I Am Alfonso Jones by Tony Medina 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 teenager is processing the heavy emotions surrounding social justice news, systemic racism, or the fear and anger that comes with being a young person of color in America today. This graphic novel addresses the specific trauma of police violence through a unique lens, offering a space for reflection rather than just a recitation of headlines. Alfonso Jones is a talented teenager whose life is cut short by a tragic mistake, but his story continues as a ghost riding a train through a purgatory of historical figures. This narrative structure allows parents to discuss complex themes of grief, systemic injustice, and the power of memory. It is a vital tool for families looking to validate their child's feelings of injustice while finding a path toward advocacy and hope. Due to the realistic depiction of a police shooting, it is best suited for mature middle schoolers and high school students who are ready to engage with heavy social realities.
