Books Like Whittington
Families who loved Whittington by Alan Armstrong 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 Whittington by Alan Armstrong 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 feeling defeated by school or struggling with a learning difference like dyslexia. It is a perfect choice for the student who feels like they are falling behind their peers and has started to resist help out of shame or frustration. The story follows Ben, a boy who finds the courage to face his reading struggles through the support of a clever barn cat named Whittington and a cast of misfit animals. Through a dual narrative that weaves together a modern farm setting and the legendary tale of Dick Whittington in medieval London, the book explores themes of resilience, the healing power of stories, and the importance of finding a safe space to fail and try again. It is a gentle, sophisticated read for ages 8 to 12 that validates the difficulty of learning while offering a roadmap toward confidence. You might choose this to show your child that everyone has a story worth telling, even if they haven't mastered the words yet.
