Books Like The Incredible Magic of Being
Families who loved The Incredible Magic of Being by Kathryn Erskine 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 Incredible Magic of Being by Kathryn Erskine 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 if your child is a deep thinker who feels a cosmic weight on their shoulders or struggles with anxiety about their health and the safety of those they love. It is a beautiful choice for families navigating the turbulence of moving to a new place or managing the shifting dynamics between siblings as they grow up. The story follows nine-year-old Julian, a boy obsessed with space and the universe, who believes he has a special uni-sense due to his near-death experience at birth. Julian is convinced he will soon die and return to the stars, so he dedicates himself to fixing his family's problems and helping a grieving neighbor. Erskine treats Julian's existential dread with a light, often humorous touch that makes big questions about mortality and belonging accessible for middle-grade readers. It is a heartfelt exploration of empathy, science, and the invisible threads that connect us all.
