Books Like Wild Life
Families who loved Wild Life by Cynthia DeFelice 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 Wild Life by Cynthia DeFelice 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 struggling with feelings of displacement, parental absence, or the frustration of being a 'third wheel' in a new living situation. It is a powerful choice for children dealing with a parent's military deployment or those adjusting to life under a grandparent's roof while feeling misunderstood. The story follows Erik, whose life is upended when his parents are deployed to Iraq. Sent to live with grandparents who have strict rules and a different lifestyle, Erik finds solace in a stray dog and the rugged North Dakota wilderness. Through a survival adventure, the book explores deep themes of loyalty, resilience, and the search for where one truly belongs. It is highly appropriate for ages nine to twelve, offering a realistic look at emotional upheaval while providing the comforting presence of a canine companion.
