Books Like The Boy Who Saved Cleveland
Families who loved The Boy Who Saved Cleveland by James Cross Giblin 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 Boy Who Saved Cleveland by James Cross Giblin 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 overwhelmed by news of illness or when they wonder if a child's actions can truly make a difference in a grown-up world. Based on the real history of the 1832 cholera epidemic, this story follows young Seth Hubbard as he stays behind in a nearly deserted Cleveland to care for his sick father. It is a powerful exploration of duty, hygiene, and bravery that reframes scary medical events through the lens of personal agency. Ideal for children ages 7 to 10, it provides a safe, historical distance to discuss themes of community responsibility and the importance of following health protocols during a crisis. Parents will appreciate how it models calm persistence and empathy without being overly graphic.
