Families who loved Molly Discovers Magic (Then Wants to Un-discover It) by Megan Atwood 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 feeling 'friendship friction' due to a string of successes while their best friend is struggling. It is a perfect fit for children navigating the guilt of doing well or the sting of being left behind by a long-distance friend's good fortune. The story follows Molly as she tries to make sense of her sudden luck and her pen pal Olive's misfortunes through a series of letters, emails, and alternating perspectives. At its heart, this is a story about the complex emotional labor of maintaining a long-distance bond. It explores how envy can creep into even the best friendships and how honesty is the only way to clear the air. Written for the 8 to 12 age range, it provides a relatable, low-stakes environment to discuss social comparison and the importance of supporting friends through their low points even when you are riding high.
