Books Like Who's Jim Hines?
Families who loved Who's Jim Hines? by Jean Alicia Elster 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 Who's Jim Hines? by Jean Alicia Elster 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 starts noticing that the world does not always reward hard work fairly, or when they ask why people are sometimes treated differently because of their skin color. Set in Depression-era Detroit, the story follows young Douglas Hines as he navigates the complex reality of his father's success as a Black business owner in a segregated society. It is an excellent choice for parents who want to foster resilience and a sense of pride in their child, offering a grounded look at how families maintain dignity and hope even when facing systemic injustice. Best suited for middle-grade readers, it provides a gentle but honest bridge into conversations about American history and civil rights through the lens of a loving father-son bond.
