Books Like Lu
Families who loved Lu by Jason Reynolds 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 Lu by Jason Reynolds 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 grappling with the pressure of high expectations or struggling to balance their own ego with the needs of a group. Lu is an engaging story about a track star born with albinism who has always used swagger as a shield. As he prepares for the championships, he must confront literal hurdles on the track and emotional ones at home, including a startling revelation about his father's past. It is a masterful exploration of integrity, the weight of secrets, and how true leadership requires vulnerability. Perfect for middle schoolers, it models how to apologize sincerely and how to redefine success beyond winning a gold medal.
