Families who loved Peanut Butter and Homework Sandwiches by Lisa Broadie Cook 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 school-aged child is feeling overwhelmed by a mounting pile of homework or is struggling to adapt to a substitute teacher's new rules. This relatable story follows Martin MacGregor, a boy who loves school until his regular teacher gets sick and is replaced by a substitute with a very different teaching style. Martin finds himself buried under a mountain of assignments, leading to comedic but stressful mishaps at home. This story is a wonderful tool for validating the pressure children feel to meet high expectations. It captures the frantic energy of a child trying to balance school demands with real life, making it perfect for children ages 4 to 8. Parents will appreciate how it opens up a dialogue about stress management and the importance of communicating when things feel like too much to handle.
