Books Like Over the Shop
Families who loved Over the Shop by JonArno Lawson 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 Over the Shop by JonArno Lawson 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 you want to explore the power of hospitality, community, and the beauty of seeing potential where others see only ruin. It is a perfect choice for discussing how diverse friendships can bloom when we open our hearts to those who are different from us. The story follows a young girl and her grandparent who run a shop and live in a dilapidated building. After many people reject their messy rental apartment, a kind couple moves in and works alongside the family to transform the space into a vibrant home. This wordless narrative allows children to practice visual literacy while absorbing themes of hard work, LGBTQ+ representation, and the joy of found family. It is a gentle, sophisticated tool for teaching empathy and the value of non-traditional family structures.
