Books Like Kate Skates
Families who loved Kate Skates by Jane O'Connor 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 Kate Skates by Jane O'Connor 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 facing the unexpected 'growing pains' of leveling up. It is perfect for the transition from toddler gear to big kid equipment, or when a child feels discouraged because a younger sibling seems to be having an easier time with a shared hobby. Kate is thrilled to get new, professional ice skates and hand down her old ones to her sister, but she quickly realizes that bigger gear requires more skill and balance. This story validates the frustration of feeling like a beginner again just when you thought you were an expert. It is a gentle, realistic look at perseverance and the realization that growing up takes practice. Parents will appreciate how it models managing sibling envy and the internal struggle of wanting to be big while missing the ease of being small.
