Books Like The Funny Guy
Families who loved The Funny Guy by Grace Allen Hogarth 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 Funny Guy by Grace Allen Hogarth 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 feeling like an outsider at school or is navigating the quiet, heavy atmosphere of a household affected by long-term illness. Set in 1914, it follows twelve-year-old Helen, who earns the nickname the Funny Guy not for being a comedian, but for being odd and socially awkward. While her mother is away in the hospital, Helen struggles with loneliness, a difficult houseguest, and the pressures of fitting in with her peers. This story is a poignant choice for children aged 8 to 12 who are experiencing a sense of being different or misunderstood. It offers a realistic look at how family stress can impact a child's social life and self-esteem. By following Helen's journey toward self-acceptance and finding her own voice through writing, parents can help their children validate their own complex feelings of sadness and the desire for belonging.
