Families who loved The Transmogrification of Roscoe Wizzle by David Elliott 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 grappling with the feeling of being an outsider or when you want a humorous, low pressure way to talk about how our habits shape our identities. It is a perfect choice for kids who enjoy gross-out humor and absurd situations but might benefit from a story about finding the courage to be oneself. Roscoe Wizzle loves Gussy's fast food burgers more than anything, until he starts growing antennae and a hard green shell. This quirky tale explores the literal and metaphorical transformation of a ten year old boy as he navigates the embarrassment of becoming a giant insect. While the premise is silly, the book touches on important themes of self confidence, accountability, and the physical changes that come with growing up. It is an accessible, lighthearted read for the elementary years that uses fantasy to address the very real anxiety of looking different from your peers.
