Families who loved What To Do About Alice? by Barbara Kerley 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 you find yourself constantly correcting your child's posture, volume, or 'unladylike' energy and want to pivot toward celebrating their spirit instead. It is the perfect antidote for the child who feels stifled by the word 'proper' or who struggles to fit into traditional social boxes. The story follows Alice Roosevelt, a girl who ate up the world with an appetite as large as her famous father's, proving that being 'a handful' is often just a precursor to being a leader. This lively biography introduces children ages 4 to 9 to a historical figure who refused to be boring. Through Alice's adventures, parents can discuss the balance between independence and family expectations. It is a joyful, humorous look at a girl who stayed true to herself while living in the brightest spotlight in America. Choose this if you want to validate your child's big personality while introducing them to the concept of historical legacy.