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Books about navigating the sadness and change of a best friend moving away
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Hope at the Ocean's Edge
Chantal J. MacDonald
For the teen navigating the heavy intersection of grief and big life transitions, this story offers a gentle path toward
Ages 13–18
Anne's House of Dreams
L. M. Montgomery
For the reader transitioning into adulthood who is learning that life brings both great joy and deep sorrow. A poetic ex
Ages 12–18
A Box of Friends
Pam Muñoz Ryan
For the child struggling to say goodbye to a former home or neighborhood, this story shows how keeping memories close ca
Ages 4–8
Once Upon My Dads' Divorce
Seamus Kirst
For children navigating the transition of a divorce, this gentle story reassures them that while parents' homes may chan
Ages 4–8
A Faraway Island
Annika Thor
For the child grappling with a sense of displacement or the fear of being separated from family during a time of great c
Ages 9–13
Rosa's Song
Helena Ku Rhee
For the child struggling with the quiet emptiness left behind after a best friend moves away. A gentle story about keepi
Ages 4–8
The Boy in the Striped Pajamas
John Boyne
For parents seeking to discuss the human cost of history, this haunting fable explores how innocence and friendship can
Ages 12–17
Kai's Parents are Getting a Divorce
Melissa Anne Smith
For the child processing the news that their parents are separating. This gentle story helps kids navigate the complex f
Ages 3–8
Best Friends
Jacqueline Wilson
For the child grappling with the heartbreak of a long distance move, this story validates the complex feelings of jealou
Ages 8–12
Stacey's Ex-Best Friend
Ann M. Martin
For the child navigating the painful reality that an old friend has changed or grown apart from them. A grounded look at
Ages 8–12
Good-bye Stacey, Good-bye
Ann M. Martin
For the child who is grappling with the big emotions of a best friend moving away and the challenge of saying a difficul
Ages 8–12
Sweethearts
Sara Zarr
For the teenager navigating the weight of a difficult past and the sudden return of a long lost childhood friend who und
Ages 14–18
Billy Says... Series
Joanne Alper
For children in foster care or kinship placements, this therapeutic series helps little ones voice the complex feelings
Ages 3–10
Best Friends Forever
Beverly Patt
For the child navigating the heartache of a close friend moving away. This story captures the resilience needed to maint
Ages 7–10
Train I Ride
Paul Mosier
For the child grappling with the heavy weight of loss while navigating a new, uncertain future. This story follows Mayo'
Ages 10–14
Mitchell Is Moving
Marjorie Weinman Sharmat
For the child who is feeling both excited and nervous about a big change: this gentle story explores the bittersweet rea
Ages 4–8
The Only Girl in School
Natalie Standiford
For the child navigating the sudden shift from lifelong friendships to feeling like an outsider when social group dynami
Ages 8–12
Adventures with Waffles
Maria Parr
For the child navigating the highs of a wild childhood friendship and the lows of saying goodbye to a loved one or a nei
Ages 7–12
The Big Hello
Janet Schulman
For the child feeling lonely in a new neighborhood or processing the stress of a big move. A gentle story about finding
Ages 5–8
We Are Best Friends
Aliki
For the child who is hurting after a best friend moves away. This gentle story validates the pain of saying goodbye whil
Ages 4–8
Louisiana's Way Home
Kate DiCamillo
For the child grappling with family secrets or a sudden move. This soul-stirring story explores what it means to find yo
Ages 8–12
Seven Days of You
Cecilia Vinesse
For the teenager navigating the bittersweet ache of a final goodbye before a major move, this story explores finding clo
Ages 12–18
Touchdown Triumph
Jake Maddox
For the child who feels like the permanent new kid. Oliver finally finds his place on the football team, only to learn h
Ages 8–12
The Long Ride Home
Stephanie Graegin
For the child grappling with the quiet ache of a friend moving away, this story offers a gentle space to process the tra
Ages 4–8
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