Books Like Kate, Who Tamed the Wind
Families who loved Kate, Who Tamed the Wind by Liz Garton Scanlon 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, Who Tamed the Wind by Liz Garton Scanlon 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 small or powerless in the face of big problems, whether those are environmental, social, or emotional. It is a perfect choice for teaching that even the smallest hands can create lasting change through patience and foresight. The story follows young Kate as she helps an old man living on a windy hill. Instead of trying to fight the wind directly, Kate plants tiny saplings that grow into a protective windbreak over many years. With its rhythmic, lyrical prose and evocative mixed-media illustrations, this book captures the beauty of the natural world while modeling empathy and the rewards of long-term thinking. It is ideally suited for children ages 4 to 8, providing a gentle introduction to ecological stewardship and the sweet bond between generations.
