Books Like Poached
Families who loved Poached by Stuart Gibbs 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 Poached by Stuart Gibbs 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 if your child is navigating the social minefield of middle school, particularly issues involving peer pressure or bullying. While the setting is a high-stakes zoo mystery, the heart of the story deals with the internal struggle of a young boy who is coerced into a bad situation by a bully and must find the courage to clear his name. It is an excellent choice for kids who enjoy fast-paced adventures but are also beginning to grapple with the complexities of justice and the consequences of their associations. In this sequel to Belly Up, Teddy Fitzroy lives at FunJungle, where a prized koala has been stolen. Because of a prank gone wrong, Teddy is the primary suspect. The story follows his race against time to find the real thief before he is sent to juvenile hall. Parents will appreciate the clever animal trivia and the way the book handles the very real anxiety of being misunderstood by adults. It is age-appropriate for the 8-to-12 range, offering plenty of humor and gross-out jokes to balance the more serious themes of integrity.
