Books Like The Bad Dreams of a Good Girl
Families who loved The Bad Dreams of a Good Girl by Susan Shreve 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 The Bad Dreams of a Good Girl by Susan Shreve 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 seems burdened by the pressure to be the well behaved one or when they are struggling with the silent weight of being a good kid in a chaotic world. Lotty is a relatable fourth grader who discovers that being the family's reliable daughter doesn't stop her from having messy feelings, scary dreams, and school yard anxieties. Through a series of vignettes, the story explores Lotty's inner world as she deals with a difficult club at school, sibling rivalry with her three brothers, and the guilt that comes with not being perfect. Shreve captures the nuance of middle grade social dynamics and the private fears children often keep from their parents. It is a gentle, realistic look at growing up that validates a child's right to their own complex emotions. Parents will find it a perfect tool for opening up conversations about school cliques, honesty, and the fact that having bad thoughts doesn't make you a bad person.
