Books Like It All Begins with Jelly Beans
Families who loved It All Begins with Jelly Beans by Nova Weetman 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 It All Begins with Jelly Beans by Nova Weetman 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 navigating a new medical diagnosis or struggling to understand why a loved one seems emotionally distant or unwell. It is an ideal choice for middle-grade readers who feel 'different' or isolated by circumstances they cannot control, providing a mirror for the physical and emotional toll of chronic illness and family grief. The story follows Riley, who is managing Type 1 diabetes at a new school, and Meg, whose mother is experiencing debilitating depression following the death of Meg's father. Through their shared time in the school nurse's office, the girls form a bond that validates their individual struggles while highlighting the power of empathy. Parents will appreciate the honest, secular, and age-appropriate treatment of serious topics, making it a gentle but profound tool for opening conversations about health, mental well-being, and the beauty of found friendship.
