Books Like Run For It
Families who loved Run For It by Matt Christopher 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 Run For It by Matt Christopher 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 feels helpless in the face of a family member's illness or struggles with the discipline needed to reach a difficult goal. Run For It tells the story of Theo, a tech-loving thirteen-year-old who decides to train for a 5K race to honor his aunt after her cancer diagnosis. It is a grounded, relatable story that validates the anxiety of being out of one's comfort zone while highlighting how physical activity can be a form of emotional processing. Parents will appreciate how the book addresses serious health topics through a secular, action-oriented lens. It focuses on the transition from a sedentary lifestyle to an active one, making it ideal for middle-schoolers who may feel intimidated by organized sports. The story emphasizes that you do not have to be a star athlete to make a difference, provided you have the heart and the persistence to keep moving forward.
