Families who loved The Big Bad Blackout by Megan McDonald 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 feeling anxious about an upcoming storm, a power outage, or any change in their safe and predictable routine. It is a comforting and humorous guide to finding the light in the dark, specifically designed to lower the stakes of a potentially scary natural event through family togetherness and play. In this installment of the beloved series, Judy Moody and her family prepare for Hurricane Elmer. When the lights go out, the story shifts from storm prep to a series of cozy, old-fashioned activities led by Grandma Lou. With its focus on sibling dynamics and creative problem-solving, this chapter book is perfect for elementary-aged readers who are learning to manage their big moods and worries while discovering that being unplugged can actually be fun.