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Books about navigating the sadness and change of a best friend moving away
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Jade Finds a Home
Lauren Ortega
For the child adjusting to a new environment or looking for where they belong. A gentle story about finding safety and a
Ages 3–7
The Gravity of Us
Phil Stamper
For the teen navigating a major move or a high-pressure family change. This story explores finding your voice and first
Ages 13–18
Kids Had Jobs
Baby Professor
For the young girl navigating the confusing transition into puberty while wondering where she fits in the world of faith
Ages 9–13
Moving to the Neighborhood
Jason Fruchter
For the toddler noticing a new neighbor or preparing to welcome a friend, this story makes meeting someone new feel safe
Ages 2–4
Divorce Is Not the End of the World
Zoe Stern, Evan Stern
For the child navigating the complex changes of divorce. This guide offers peer-to-peer advice and practical tips from a
Ages 8–13
Last Chance Texaco, The
Brent Hartinger
For the teenager navigating the uncertainty of the foster care system and searching for a sense of belonging when they f
Ages 12–17
Sort of Forever
Sally Warner
For the child navigating the complex emotions of a best friend's serious illness. This story honors the deep bond betwee
Ages 9–13
Starting Over in Sunset Park
Lynn McGee
For the child navigating a big move or family change, this gentle story follows Elena as she finds resilience and new fr
Ages 4–8
Ten Days to Done
Zeni Blen
For the tween navigating the high stakes of middle school social life, this story captures the messy beauty of holding o
Ages 10–13
Clown
Quentin Blake
For the child who needs a reminder that they are valuable and can make a difference, even when they feel forgotten or ca
Ages 3–8
The Twelve Dancing Princesses
Ellen Miles
For the child who loves imagining the perfect match between a pet and a home, or needs to learn that every personality h
Ages 7–10
The Case of the Shady Neighbour
Janet Petrunia
For the child who has a flair for the dramatic or struggles to tell the difference between a real problem and an imagine
Ages 8–13
Fast Sam, Cool Clyde, and Stuff
Walter Dean Myers
For the child navigating the complex social waters of middle school and looking for a place to belong in a new neighborh
Ages 10–14
The Death Cure
James Dashner
For the teen navigating the heavy weight of moral choices and the pain of saying goodbye to friends in a world that feel
Ages 12–18
Sophie's Squash
Pat Zietlow Miller
For the child who forms deep bonds with unconventional objects, this story helps little ones navigate the complex feelin
Ages 3–7
Gay From China at the Chalet School
Elinor M. Brent-Dyer
For the child adjusting to a new environment or living through uncertain times, this story explores finding belonging in
Ages 10–14
The Dream-Maker's Magic
Sharon Shinn
For the child navigating a changing identity or feeling the sting of a best friend moving on to bigger things.
Ages 10–14
The Great Gilly Hopkins
Katherine Paterson
For the child who feels like a 'tough case' or struggles to find where they belong. A deeply moving look at the meaning
Ages 10–14
Me and My Fear
Francesca Sanna
For the child grappling with the silent weight of anxiety while facing big life changes like a new school or moving to a
Ages 4–8
We Run the Tides
Vendela Vida
For the teen navigating the painful shift when a best friend's version of the truth no longer matches their own, leading
Ages 14–18
Midnight Meows
Annie Belridge
For the child feeling anxious about a new home or neighborhood, this story shows how helping others can help us find our
Ages 7–9
Counting Kindness: Ten Ways to Welcome Refugee Children
Hollis Kurman
For children processing global events or welcoming new neighbors, this gentle counting book transforms the complex refug
Ages 3–7
Nice to Meet You, Franklin!
Charles M. Schulz
For the child feeling nervous about being the new kid or meeting someone for the first time. A gentle introduction to ma
Ages 4–6
The Witch of Blackbird Pond
Elizabeth George Speare
For the child who feels like a fish out of water, this classic explores the courage it takes to remain true to yourself
Ages 10–14
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