Books Like The California Wildfires, 2018

About The California Wildfires, 2018

Reach for this book when your child is grappling with a major life transition, such as a cross-country move or a significant family change, and needs to see a peer navigating both internal turmoil and external crisis. Eleven-year-old Josh has recently moved from New Jersey to rural Northern California, carrying the heavy emotional weight of his parents' separation. As he tries to find his footing in a new environment, he is suddenly thrust into the heart of the 2018 Camp Fire. This story masterfully weaves together the intensity of a natural disaster with the quiet resilience required to heal a hurting heart. It is a secular, age-appropriate survival tale for the 8 to 12 range that emphasizes that while we cannot control the 'storms' in our lives, we can control how we show up for others. Parents will appreciate how the high-stakes action provides a safe entry point for discussing anxiety, bravery, and the importance of community support.