Books Like Powerful Like a Dragon
Families who loved Powerful Like a Dragon by Christopher Cheng 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 Powerful Like a Dragon by Christopher Cheng often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Parents should reach for this book when a child is navigating big, scary changes or witnessing unsettling world events that make their own lives feel fragile. It is a powerful tool for building emotional resilience by showing that strength does not always mean being loud or unafraid, but rather finding the courage to endure and care for others. The story follows young Shu Lok as he is sent away from his parents to escape the invasion of Hong Kong during World War II. Through his journey over mountains and through cold nights, he clings to his family's mantra to be powerful like a dragon. While the historical context is serious, the book focuses on the internal emotional landscape of a child finding his footing in an uncertain world. It is a beautiful, life-affirming choice for children ages 4 to 8 who need to see that even in the harshest times, they have the inner power to rise above their circumstances.
