Families who loved Lefty and Righty Move to the Land of Oz by James Fuller often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
A parent would reach for this book when their child has made a repeated mistake that hurt someone, or when a 'joke' has gone too far and resulted in real damage. It is particularly useful for children who struggle with impulse control and the subsequent weight of guilt. The story follows a pair of gloves, Lefty and Righty, whose practical jokes lead to their friend Snake (a cane) getting seriously injured. Through a whimsical journey to the Land of Oz, the characters model how to move past shame and toward active restitution. At its heart, this is a story about the transition from being 'sorry' to being 'responsible.' While the absurdist premise of talking gloves and email-using Wizards provides a lighthearted layer, the emotional core focuses on the sacrifice required to fix a broken bond. It is appropriate for elementary-aged readers who are beginning to navigate more complex social consequences and the idea of making amends through personal sacrifice.
