Families who loved I Really Absolutely Must Have Glasses by Lauren Child 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 experiencing a case of the 'I wants' or feeling left out because a friend or sibling has something new. While the story focuses on Lola's sudden desire for glasses, it speaks more broadly to the childhood urge to follow trends and the struggle to understand that some things are needs rather than toys. It is a perfect choice for navigating envy and celebrating one's own unique health and body. Lola is convinced she 'absolutely must' have glasses after seeing her friend Mini Reader's stylish new pair. Through her signature humor and creative logic, Lola tries to prove her vision is failing, only to discover at the eye doctor that her eyes are actually quite healthy. This Charlie and Lola story is ideal for preschoolers and early elementary children, offering a gentle, funny lesson on being content with what you have while demystifying the experience of a medical checkup.
