Books Like Mine for Keeps
Families who loved Mine for Keeps by Jean Little 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 Mine for Keeps by Jean Little 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 facing a major life transition, such as moving from a specialized environment to a mainstream one, or when they are struggling with the fear that their physical differences define their potential. While Sally has cerebral palsy, her journey is universally relatable for any child feeling like an outsider in their own home or school. This classic story follows Sally as she leaves a residential school for children with disabilities to rejoin her family and attend a regular elementary school. It beautifully explores the nuances of sibling dynamics, the anxiety of physical tasks that others find easy, and the transformative power of a first pet. Written by Jean Little, who lived with low vision herself, it offers an authentic, unsentimental look at developing independence and finding a true sense of belonging. It is a gentle yet profound choice for building empathy and self-assurance in readers aged 8 to 12.
