Discover books similar to "The Hundred Dresses"

Katherine Paterson

Bridge To Terabithia

This Newbery Medal-winning novel tells the story of Jesse Aarons, a quiet country boy who discovers a hidden talent for running, and Leslie Burke, the new girl in town who becomes his unlikely friend. Together they create a magical kingdom called Terabithia, which helps them both escape the harsh realities of their lives. Like 'The Hundred Dresses', this book explores themes of friendship, bullying, and the power of imagination.

Mildred D. Taylor

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry

This Coretta Scott King Award-winning novel tells the story of Cassie Logan, a young African-American girl growing up in the racially charged South during the Great Depression. Like 'The Hundred Dresses', this book explores themes of prejudice, injustice, and the importance of standing up for what is right.

Kate DiCamillo

Because of Winn-Dixie

This Newbery Honor-winning novel tells the story of India Opal Buloni, a young girl who finds friendship and adventure in a stray dog she names Winn-Dixie. Like 'The Hundred Dresses', this book explores themes of friendship, loneliness, and the power of kindness.

Lois Lowry

The Giver

This Newbery Medal-winning novel tells the story of Jonas, a young boy living in a seemingly perfect society where everything is controlled and emotions are suppressed. When Jonas is chosen to become the Receiver of Memory, he begins to discover the truth about his world and the sacrifices that have been made in the name of order and conformity. Like 'The Hundred Dresses', this book explores themes of individuality, conformity, and the importance of remembering the past.

Ellen Raskin

The Westing Game

This Newbery Medal-winning novel tells the story of sixteen people who are invited to the reading of the will of the wealthy Samuel W. Westing, who has left his vast fortune to the person who can solve the puzzle of his death. Like 'The Hundred Dresses', this book explores themes of mystery, competition, and the importance of using one's wits and talents to solve problems.

Sid Fleischman

The Whipping Boy

This Newbery Medal-winning novel tells the story of Prince Horace, a spoiled and pampered prince who is constantly getting into trouble, and Jemmy, the whipping boy who is punished in his place. When the two boys run away together, they embark on a series of adventures that teach them the value of friendship, loyalty, and courage. Like 'The Hundred Dresses', this book explores themes of social class, injustice, and the power of friendship.

E.L. Konigsburg

The Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler

This Newbery Medal-winning novel tells the story of Claudia and Jamie Kincaid, two siblings who run away from home and hide out in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. There, they uncover a mystery involving a statue and its mysterious donor, Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler. Like 'The Hundred Dresses', this book explores themes of adventure, independence, and the importance of following one's curiosity.

Lois Lowry

Number the Stars

This Newbery Medal-winning novel tells the story of Annemarie Johansen, a young Danish girl who must help her best friend Ellen Rosen escape from the Nazis during World War II. Like 'The Hundred Dresses', this book explores themes of courage, sacrifice, and the importance of standing up for what is right.

Katherine Applegate

The One and Only Ivan

This Newbery Medal-winning novel tells the story of Ivan, a gorilla who lives in a mall and longs for freedom and companionship. When a new elephant arrives at the mall, Ivan becomes her protector and advocate, and he learns the true meaning of friendship and home. Like 'The Hundred Dresses', this book explores themes of empathy, kindness, and the importance of standing up for those who cannot stand up for themselves.

Kwame Alexander

The Crossover

This Newbery Medal-winning novel tells the story of Josh and Jordan Bell, two brothers who love basketball and each other. When Jordan starts to struggle on the court and off, Josh must learn to navigate the challenges of growing up and being there for his brother. Like 'The Hundred Dresses', this book explores themes of family, loyalty, and the importance of being true to oneself.

Jacqueline Woodson

Brown Girl Dreaming

This Newbery Honor-winning novel is a memoir in verse that tells the story of Jacqueline Woodson's childhood in the 1960s and 1970s, growing up as an African-American girl in South Carolina and New York. Like 'The Hundred Dresses', this book explores themes of identity, belonging, and the power of storytelling.