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Books like Malibu Sun
There's Something About Roxy
Mary-Kate Olsen, Madison Oaks, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story about friendship and self-discovery.
Encourages empathy and emotional intelligence.
Supports language and cognitive development.
Ideal for family bonding over reading.
There's Something About Roxy
Mary-Kate Olsen, Madison Oaks, 2004
Award winning
Julia Jones' Diary - Book 4 - My First Boyfriend: Girls Books Ages 9-12
Katrina Kahler, 2014
108 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional growth through first crush narratives.
Encourages resilience and self-discovery in challenging situations.
Emphasizes importance of friendship and trust.
Captures tween complexities with sensitivity and humor.
Julia Jones' Diary - Book 4 - My First Boyfriend: Girls Books Ages 9-12
Katrina Kahler, 2014
Friends 4 Ever
Rews, Kate, Kate-Andrews, 2004
448 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and cooperation.
Encourages empathy and social skills development.
Lively illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Ideal for family reading time and discussion.
Friends 4 Ever
Rews, Kate, Kate-Andrews, 2004
Award winning
The Legacy: Making Wishes Come True (One Last Wish Book 7)
Lurlene N. Mcdaniel, 1993
224 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of hope, compassion, and resilience.
Encourages empathy and understanding through character development.
Supports emotional growth and interpersonal relationships.
Inspires children to believe in the power of wishes.
The Legacy: Making Wishes Come True (One Last Wish Book 7)
Lurlene N. Mcdaniel, 1993
Award winning
Strawberry Rose
D.D. Glover, Caitlyn M. Schmidt, Signe Berglind Hill, S. C. Moore, 2020
100 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters creativity and emotional growth.
Illustrations captivate and enhance visual understanding.
Encourages empathy and friendship through relatable scenarios.
Supports language development and early literacy skills.
Strawberry Rose
D.D. Glover, Caitlyn M. Schmidt, Signe Berglind Hill, S. C. Moore, 2020
Harriet the Horrible in Best Friends
E-R-Reilly, Rebecca O'Reilly, 2000
140 pages
Why to read
Captures friendship challenges with humor and empathy.
Encourages resilience and value of true friendship.
Engaging storyline fosters children's interest in reading.
Addresses resolve conflicts and understanding others.
Harriet the Horrible in Best Friends
E-R-Reilly, Rebecca O'Reilly, 2000
Award winning
Rachel's Valentine Crush (5)
Angela Darling, 2013
160 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and empathy.
Encourages understanding of emotions and relationships.
Bright illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Ideal for enhancing early reading skills.
Rachel's Valentine Crush (5)
Angela Darling, 2013
Award winning
Shimmy
Anne Cateaux, 2021
258 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, captivating illustrations enhance storytelling.
Encourages resilience and creativity in young readers.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
