Families who loved Anyone But Me by Nancy E. Krulik often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Parents might reach for this book when their child is struggling with social dynamics and wishes they could just be someone else for a day. The Katie Kazoo series follows a regular third-grader who gets a magical power: when her emotions run high, she switches bodies with other people, or even animals. This leads to hilarious mishaps but also profound lessons. Each story is a lighthearted, funny exploration of empathy, self-acceptance, and the importance of seeing things from a different perspective. It's an excellent series for newly independent readers (ages 7-10) who enjoy humor and a touch of fantasy to help navigate real-world school problems.