Books Like This Is What I Did
Families who loved This Is What I Did by Ann Dee Ellis 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 This Is What I Did by Ann Dee Ellis often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
A parent would reach for this book when their teenager is withdrawing after a difficult social experience or struggling with the weight of a secret. It is a vital resource for a child who feels like an outsider or who is paralyzed by the guilt of not speaking up when they saw something wrong. The story follows Logan, a quirky and isolated boy who witnessed a traumatic event involving a former friend. Through a unique narrative style including palindrome notes and fragmented memories, Logan slowly pieces together the courage to face what happened. This book explores profound themes of shame, social anxiety, and the messy path toward self-forgiveness. It is highly appropriate for ages 12 and up, particularly for those who prefer quiet, introspective stories over high-action plots. Parents might choose this to open a dialogue about the difference between being a 'tattletale' and being a witness, and to reassure their teen that even profound mistakes do not define their entire worth.
