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Books about navigating the sadness and change of a best friend moving away
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The Magic Rabbit
Annette LeBlanc Cate
For the child feeling anxious about getting lost or separated from a caregiver. This gentle story follows a bunny findin
Ages 4–8
Idol Gossip
Alexandra Leigh Young
For the teenager who feels like an outsider and dreams of the spotlight. Alice navigates the intense, high-stakes world
Ages 12–18
How Far Would You Have Gotten If I Hadn't Called You Back?
Valerie Hobbs
For the teen feeling like an outsider after a big move, this story captures the thrill of finding a new passion and the
Ages 12–17
Goodbye, Dove Square
Janet McNeill
For the child grappling with the loss of a familiar neighborhood or the mixed emotions of moving into a new space while
Ages 10–14
Roller Hockey Radicals
Matt Christopher
For the child adjusting to a new town or team, this story follows Kirby as he works to earn respect and find his place o
Ages 8–12
The Eyes of Van Gogh
Cathryn Clinton
For the teen feeling adrift from constant change, this story follows Jude as she finally finds her place and her voice t
Ages 14–18
Darwen Arkwright and the Peregrine Pact
A.J. Hartley
Perfect for the child navigating the loneliness of a big move or searching for their place in a new, unfamiliar world.
Ages 8–12
Not Just a Summer Crush
C. S. Adler
For the child navigating the confusing shift between childhood and teen years, where admiring an adult can feel like bot
Ages 10–14
The Parallel Universe of Liars
Kathleen Jeffrie Johnson
For the teenager navigating body image struggles and the confusing, often dishonest world of adults while searching for
Ages 14–18
A Long Way Home
Nancy Price Graff
For the child grappling with the absence of a deployed parent and trying to find their place in a new, unfamiliar commun
Ages 9–12
Josh Baxter Levels Up
Gavin Brown
For the child who feels like a 'newbie' at a new school and needs a strategy to turn their social and academic struggles
Ages 8–12
Daisy All Alone
Michelle Hamer
For the child curious about history and resilience, this story offers a window into family life and finding hope during
Ages 8–12
Army Brats
Daphne Benedis-Grab
For the child adjusting to a new home while a parent is away, this story offers comfort and a sense of belonging within
Ages 8–12
Hell's Edge
John Rowe Townsend
For the teen struggling to feel at home after a move, this classic mystery explores how uncovering a town's hidden histo
Ages 11–15
Emeralds & Ashes
Leila Rasheed
For the teen navigating major life transitions, this historical drama explores how duty and romance shift when the world
Ages 12–18
Ernest and Celestine
Gabrielle Vincent
For the child who has lost a favorite toy and needs to know that their big feelings are understood and their caregiver w
Ages 3–6
Tilla
Ilse Koehn
For the teenager grappling with how to build a life when everything they knew has been destroyed. A gritty look at findi
Ages 12–18
One Nosy Pup
Carol Wallace
For the child adjusting to a new home who needs a gentle reminder that friends can be found in the most unexpected place
Ages 5–8
Sealed with a Kiss
Robin Palmer
For the pre-teen navigating the fluttery nerves of a first crush while trying to find her own spotlight in a blended fam
Ages 9–12
You Can Never Go Home Again
Foxglove Lee
For the teen exploring who they are while navigating the fear that their changing identity might make them a stranger to
Ages 14–18
Sleepover with Beatrice & Bear
Mônica Carnesi
For the child struggling with the idea of being apart from a friend or missing out on a season of play while a loved one
Ages 3–6
A Home for Mr. Emerson
Barbara Kerley
For the child who feels most at home in the woods or finds magic in quiet moments, this biography celebrates building a
Ages 7–10
Neighbors
Kasya Denisevich
For the child feeling small in a big city or curious about the people behind the walls, this story turns the mystery of
Ages 3–6
Trouble in the City
M. G. Higgins
For the teenager struggling to find their place in a parent's new life, this relatable story navigates the complex feeli
Ages 12–18
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