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Books for Single-Parent Home – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
320 books
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3–5
6–8
9–12
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Great Big Books #1
The Great Big Book of Families
Mary Hoffman
Every family is unique, and this colorful treasury honors the different ways people live, celebrate, and care for one an
Ages 4–8
Happy Families #17
Mrs Vole the Vet
Allan Ahlberg
For children observing the busy lives of their parents, this humorous tale celebrates a hard-working single mom and her
Ages 4–8
Big Nate #21
Big Nate: Release the Hounds!
Lincoln Peirce
From coaching through a soccer injury to dealing with his dad's healthy Halloween snacks, Nate Wright tackles life's man
Ages 8–12
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Rebecca #1
My War with Mrs. Galloway
Doris Orgel
Rebecca is at odds with her babysitter until a surprising moment of understanding turns their constant battles into an u
Ages 7–10
Because of Winn-Dixie
Kate DiCamillo
Ten-year-old Opal finds more than just a stray dog at the grocery store; she finds a companion who helps her connect wit
Ages 8–12
The Family Book
Todd Parr
Celebrate every kind of family. This vibrant guide helps children understand that whether a family is big, small, or has
Ages 3–6
Journey
Patricia MacLachlan
Searching through old photographs and torn memories, eleven-year-old Journey looks for the truth behind his mother's sud
Ages 8–12
My Dad's a Birdman
David Almond
Determined to help her grieving father find joy again, Lizzie encourages his wild dream of soaring in the Great Human Bi
Ages 7–11
Big Nate #25
Big Nate: Aloha!
Lincoln Peirce
Sixth-grade rebel Nate Wright holds the school record for detentions, armed with a pencil and a firm belief that he is a
Ages 7–12
Big Nate #5
Big Nate Flips Out
Lincoln Peirce
When Nate's messy habits finally land his best friend in hot water, the king of detention has to do the unthinkable: cle
Ages 8–12
Big Nate #1
Big Nate: In a Class by Himself
Lincoln Peirce
Armed with a lucky fortune cookie and a lot of confidence, Nate navigates a disastrous morning of toxic oatmeal, missed
Ages 8–12
Big Nate #27
Big Nate: Nailed It!
Lincoln Peirce
For the child who uses humor to navigate the ups and downs of middle school and needs a reminder that even the biggest m
Ages 8–12
Happy Like Soccer
Maribeth Boelts
Sierra loves playing soccer on the nice suburban fields, but she wishes her hardworking aunt could see her play just onc
Ages 4–8
Big Nate #4
Big Nate Goes for Broke
Lincoln Peirce
Nate and his friends face off against their biggest middle school rivals in a massive snow-sculpture competition where e
Ages 8–12
Despicable Me #2
Despicable Me 2: The Junior Novel
Annie Auerbach
The Minions are back to help Gru with everything from testing top-secret jelly recipes to attempting to steal the moon.
Ages 6–9
Let's Talk About You and Me #2
Who's in My Family?
Robie H. Harris
A trip to the zoo and a big family dinner provide the perfect backdrop for Nellie and Gus to observe the many different
Ages 3–7
Key West #1
Turtle in Paradise
Jennifer L. Holm
For children navigating family instability or feeling like an outsider in a new place. A sharp, witty look at finding ho
Ages 8–12
Big Nate #23
Big Nate: The Gerbil Ate My Homework
Lincoln Peirce
Nate is caught between the pressures of a new romance and the simple fun of hanging out with his friends, leading to ple
Ages 8–12
Big Nate #3
Big Nate on a Roll
Lincoln Peirce
A custom skateboard is the ultimate prize, but Nate has to outsell his rival Arthur in a scouting fundraiser to win it.
Ages 8–12
Mama, Let's Dance
Patricia Hermes
Left alone after their parents are gone, three siblings must hide the truth from the world to avoid being separated and
Ages 8–12
Big Nate #2
Big Nate: Prank You Very Much
Lincoln Peirce
Nate deals with a supposedly miraculous zit and a disastrous school dance costume in these high-energy tales of middle s
Ages 7–12
Big Nate #19
Big Nate: Beware of Low-Flying Corn Muffins
Lincoln Peirce
Sixth-grader Nate Wright deals with his best friends, a perfect exchange student, and a truly annoying teacher's pet in
Ages 8–12
Big Nate #9
Big Nate: Mr. Popularity
Lincoln Peirce
Nate Wright is taking his detention-king reputation to the polls as he runs for office against the most popular kids in
Ages 8–12
Olivia Kidney #1
Olivia Kidney
Ellen Potter
Moving into a new apartment building is weird enough without finding talking lizards, shrunken pirates, and ghosts livin
Ages 8–12
