Books Like Just Pretend
Families who loved Just Pretend by Tori Sharp 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 Just Pretend by Tori Sharp 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 feels stuck between two worlds following a divorce or when they feel their voice is being drowned out by older siblings and adults. This graphic memoir follows young Tori as she navigates the exhausting cycle of moving between her mom's house and her dad's apartment, dealing with the common frustration of being treated like a 'little kid' despite the complex emotional weight she is carrying. By blending realistic family struggles with a vibrant fantasy world that Tori creates in her head, the book validates how children use imagination as a vital coping mechanism. It is ideal for readers aged 8 to 12 who are experiencing the messiness of blended families or changing school friendships. Parents will appreciate how it models creative expression as a way to process difficult transitions without offering easy, unrealistic resolutions.
