Books Like Pollyanna
Families who loved Pollyanna by Eleanor H. Porter 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 Pollyanna by Eleanor H. Porter 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 facing a difficult transition or struggling with a glass-half-empty outlook on life. Pollyanna is the quintessential story of finding hope in the midst of grief and hardship. After losing her parents, young Pollyanna Whittier is sent to live with her cold, duty-bound Aunt Polly. Despite her difficult circumstances, Pollyanna introduces her small town to the Glad Game, a way of finding something to be happy about in every situation. While the story addresses deep themes of loss and physical injury, it ultimately provides a roadmap for emotional resilience and the transformative power of a positive attitude. It is an excellent choice for families looking to discuss gratitude, perspective-taking, and how one person's kindness can change an entire community.
