Families who loved Maybe Maybe Marisol Rainey (Maybe Marisol) by Erin Entrada Kelly 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 held back by the 'what-ifs' and feels like everyone else possesses a bravery they simply lack. It is an ideal choice for the sensitive child who overthinks social or physical risks and feels a sense of shame about their hesitation. Marisol Rainey is a relatable, imaginative protagonist who lives mostly in her head because the real world, especially a looming tree named Peep, feels a bit too precarious. Through gentle humor and charming illustrations, the story follows Marisol as she navigates a summer of perceived failures and small victories. It beautifully validates the experience of childhood anxiety while celebrating the quiet strength found in friendship and family. Written for the 7 to 10 age range, it serves as a comforting mirror for children who need to know that being cautious is okay and that bravery doesn't always look like a leap of faith.
