Books Like Midnight on Strange Street
Families who loved Midnight on Strange Street by K. E. Ormsbee 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 Midnight on Strange Street by K. E. Ormsbee 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 feels like their unique traits are burdens rather than assets, or if they are struggling to find their 'tribe' in a new environment. This science fiction adventure follows Avery, a newcomer to a Texas town where a mysterious substance called glow fuels a high-speed sport and granted strange abilities to a group of misfit friends known as the Sardines. Beyond the telepathy and gravity-defying skating, the story deeply explores the anxiety of being different and the fear of one's own potential. Ideal for ages 8 to 12, it balances fast-paced action with a sensitive look at how middle schoolers navigate bullying and self-doubt. Parents will appreciate how it frames 'strangeness' as a superpower, helping children see that what makes them stand out is often what makes them capable of changing the world. It is a perfect choice for kids who enjoy mysteries involving government secrets and tight-knit friendship groups.
