Books Like One More Wednesday
Families who loved One More Wednesday by Malika Doray 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 One More Wednesday by Malika Doray often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
A parent would reach for this book when a child is experiencing their first significant loss, particularly that of a grandparent, and needs a soft place to land. It is specifically designed to help young children navigate the confusion of 'forever' through a gentle, secular lens. The story follows a young animal as he processes the death of his grandmother by recalling the specific, tactile memories of their time together, like baking and playing. By focusing on the routine of 'One More Wednesday,' the book validates the child's longing for more time while offering a model for how to talk to a trusted adult about big, scary questions. It is perfectly pitched for preschoolers and early elementary students, providing a comforting structure to help them understand that while someone may be gone, the love and the lessons they shared remain a part of daily life. This is a quiet, meditative choice for families who want to focus on emotional processing and memory-keeping.
