Books Like Maxine in the Middle
Families who loved Maxine in the Middle by Holly Keller 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 Maxine in the Middle by Holly Keller 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 middle child feels lost in the shuffle or expresses frustration about being squeezed between a demanding older sibling and a coddled baby. It is a gentle, validating story about Maxine, a young pig who feels she has no special place in her family. Because she is neither the big kid with privileges nor the baby with all the attention, she decides to run away to a backyard treehouse to find her own space. This story is ideal for children aged 4 to 8 who are navigating sibling dynamics and identity. Parents will appreciate how the book acknowledges the very real feelings of being overlooked without making anyone the villain. It serves as a perfect conversation starter to reassure your child that while their role in the family might feel crowded, their presence is absolutely essential and deeply loved.
