Families who loved Junie B. Jones Is a Dumb Bunny by Barbara Park 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 grappling with the sting of social embarrassment or the intense pressure to win a high stakes game. It is particularly helpful for children who struggle with perfectionism or who feel 'uncool' compared to their peers. Junie B. Jones finds herself in a ridiculous predicament: wearing a clunky bunny suit at a wealthy classmate's mansion while trying to win a coveted pool party prize. As Junie B. navigates the physical and social clumsiness of the day, she deals with feelings of jealousy and the frustration of being at a disadvantage. The story uses Barbara Park's signature humor to normalize the 'big feelings' that come with competitive social events. It is a perfect choice for early elementary readers who need to see that even when things go hilariously wrong, they can find a way to bounce back with their dignity intact.