Books Like Lulu's Mixed-Up Movie
Families who loved Lulu's Mixed-Up Movie by Fran Manushkin 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 Lulu's Mixed-Up Movie by Fran Manushkin 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 reacting with hostility or sabotage toward a new person in your dating life. Lulu is a relatable protagonist who feels her world is being threatened by her widowed father's new girlfriend, leading her to hatch a plan to make a movie that captures the woman at her worst. While the premise is rooted in the heavy emotions of grief and jealousy, the story maintains a light, humorous tone that makes difficult feelings easier to digest. Appropriate for ages 8 to 12, this chapter book uses a touch of magical realism through an angel in training to guide Lulu toward empathy. It is an excellent choice for parents who want to normalize the 'villainization' of a new partner and open a dialogue about why those defensive feelings happen. By watching Lulu navigate her mixed-up feelings and eventual growth, children can find a safe space to process their own fears about family change.
