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Books like The Heartbreakers
Award winning
And Then Things Fall Apart
Arlaina Tibensky, 2011
254 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of resilience and personal growth.
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy.
Engages teens in reflective, introspective thinking.
Captures the complexities of teenage life.
And Then Things Fall Apart
Arlaina Tibensky, 2011
Award winning
The Straight Road to Kylie
Nico Medina, 2007
295 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and self-discovery.
Engages young readers with humorous and dynamic storytelling.
Encourages understanding of diverse lifestyles and perspectives.
Supports development of empathy and emotional intelligence.
The Straight Road to Kylie
Nico Medina, 2007
Award winning
You Look Different in Real Life
Jennifer Castle, 2016
355 pages
Why to read
Explores identity and change through a unique lens.
Encourages empathy and understanding among peers.
Strengthens comprehension and perspective-taking abilities.
Ideal for engaging discussions on personal growth.
You Look Different in Real Life
Jennifer Castle, 2016
Award winning
Little Do We Know
Tamara Ireland Stone, 2018
416 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship, trust, and personal growth.
Encourages communication and understanding diverse perspectives.
Addresses real-life issues in a thoughtful, accessible way.
Supports emotional and social development in teens.
Little Do We Know
Tamara Ireland Stone, 2018
Award winning
Hello, Sunshine
Leila Howland, 2018
368 pages
Why to read
Bright, engaging narrative fosters joy in young readers.
Characters exemplify resilience, boosting emotional development.
Encourages dialogues about hope and persistence.
Ideal for bonding during read-aloud sessions.
Hello, Sunshine
Leila Howland, 2018
Award winning
Fade to Us
Julia Day, 2018
310 pages
Why to read
Engaging portrayal of family dynamics and relationships.
Highlights themes of empathy, understanding, and acceptance.
Encourages exploration of personal identity and responsibilities.
Suitable for young adults navigating similar life transitions.
Fade to Us
Julia Day, 2018
Award winning
The Carnival at Bray
Jessie Ann Foley, 2024
235 pages
Why to read
Captures the essence of adventure and self-discovery.
Explores themes of family, resilience, and personal growth.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Ideal for promoting cultural awareness and emotional development.
The Carnival at Bray
Jessie Ann Foley, 2024
Award winning
Cinders & Sapphires: At Somerton
Leila Rasheed, 2013
400 pages
Why to read
Engaging historical setting enhances educational value.
Explores themes of class and social mobility.
Encourages understanding of interpersonal relationships.
Rich narrative fosters advanced reading skills.
