Books Like Winter Games
Families who loved Winter Games by Melissa J. Morgan 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 Winter Games by Melissa J. Morgan 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 the social vertigo that happens when a close friend starts acting differently around a new group of people. It provides a relatable mirror for the specific pain of feeling like a 'second choice' or being excluded by a long-term friend who is trying to climb a new social ladder. The story follows Natalie as she navigates a winter break reunion with her summer camp friends, only to find that the inclusive spirit of camp has been replaced by competitive cliques and high-pressure social dynamics. It is an ideal pick for pre-teens who are beginning to realize that friendships require effort and that sometimes people change in ways that are hard to accept. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's sense of loneliness while encouraging them to find their own confidence rather than chasing the approval of the popular crowd.
