Books Like Weird!
Families who loved Weird! by Erin Frankel 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 Weird! by Erin Frankel 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 comes home feeling deflated because a peer has mocked their interests, clothes, or personality. It is specifically designed for the child who is beginning to hide their 'spark' to avoid negative attention. The story follows Luisa, a young girl who loves polka dots and dreaming, as she navigates the pain of being called 'weird' by a classmate named Sam. Through Luisa's journey, the book explores how words can shrink a child's world and, more importantly, how reclaiming one's identity can restore joy. It is a gentle, realistic look at the emotional weight of social exclusion for children aged 5 to 9. Parents will appreciate how it moves beyond 'just ignore them' to show the internal process of rebuilding self-confidence and finding true friends who appreciate uniqueness.
