Books Like I Am Regina
Families who loved I Am Regina by Sally M. Keehn 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 Regina by Sally M. Keehn 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 a massive, involuntary life change or is struggling to reconcile two different parts of their identity. This historical novel follows ten-year-old Regina, who is captured during the French and Indian War and must learn to survive within an Allegheny Indian tribe. It is a profound exploration of resilience, grief, and the complex process of adapting to a new culture while trying to hold onto one's original sense of self. Parents should be aware that the book opens with a historical depiction of a frontier raid, making it best suited for mature middle-grade readers. It is an excellent choice for discussing how we define home and family when our circumstances shift dramatically.
