Books Like Wish Upon a Star
Families who loved Wish Upon a Star by Nancy Krulik 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 Wish Upon a Star by Nancy Krulik 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 grappling with the social pressure to 'fit in' or has witnessed a friend tell a lie to gain popularity. It is a perfect tool for navigating the messy middle ground between loyalty to a friend and the need for honesty within a peer group. The story follows Jenny as she tries to help her friend Addie, who has told a massive lie about bringing a pop star to the school dance. It explores the anxiety of maintaining a false image and the relief that comes with accountability. While the series features a magical element, the core of this story is firmly rooted in school-life realism. It deals with themes of embarrassment, peer pressure, and the responsibility of friendship. At 97 pages, it is an accessible read for children aged 7 to 10, offering a gentle but clear model for how to stand by a friend while still upholding the truth. Parents will appreciate how it validates the uncomfortable feeling of being 'stuck' in someone else's lie.
