Books Like The Quitting Deal
Families who loved The Quitting Deal by Tobi Tobias 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 Quitting Deal by Tobi Tobias often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
A parent should reach for this book when their child is struggling with a persistent habit and feeling the weight of repeated failure or shame. It is a refreshing departure from instructional 'how-to' guides, offering instead a deeply empathetic look at a mother and daughter who enter a mutual pact: Mom will quit smoking, and her daughter will stop sucking her thumb. The story captures the messy, non-linear reality of self-control without being preachy or judgmental. It validates the difficulty of change and emphasizes that the bond between parent and child is more important than immediate success. It is a perfect choice for ages 5 to 9 to foster honesty and mutual support within the family.
