Discover books similar to "The Door in the Wall"

Megan Whalen Turner

The Thief

In this Newbery Honor book, a skilled thief named Gen is forced to work for the king of a neighboring country. Along the way, he discovers that he is part of a larger plan to steal a powerful and ancient artifact. This book shares 'The Door in the Wall's' themes of adventure, self-discovery, and the importance of personal responsibility.

Susan Cooper

The Dark Is Rising

This Newbery Medal winner is the second book in the Dark Is Rising sequence, a series of five fantasy novels. The story follows a young boy named Will, who discovers that he is the last of the Old Ones, a group of immortals who have been protecting the world from the forces of darkness for centuries. Will must learn to harness his powers and work with his newfound allies to prevent the Dark from rising and destroying the world. This book shares 'The Door in the Wall's' themes of adventure, self-discovery, and the importance of personal responsibility.

Lloyd Alexander

The Book of Three

This is the first book in the Chronicles of Prydain, a series of five fantasy novels that were awarded the Newbery Medal. The story follows Taran, an assistant pig-keeper who dreams of becoming a hero. When he is thrust into an adventure to save his land from the evil Horned King, Taran must learn to rely on himself and his newfound friends to succeed. This book shares 'The Door in the Wall's' themes of adventure, self-discovery, and the importance of personal responsibility.

George Selden

The Cricket in Times Square

This Newbery Honor book tells the story of a country cricket named Chester who finds himself in the bustling Times Square in New York City. With the help of a streetwise cat and a mouse, Chester must learn to adapt to his new urban environment and find a way to get back home. This book shares 'The Door in the Wall's' themes of adventure, self-discovery, and the importance of personal responsibility.

Mildred D. Taylor

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry

This Newbery Medal winner tells the story of a young African-American girl named Cassie Logan, who grows up in the racially charged South during the Great Depression. Along with her family, Cassie must learn to stand up for herself and her community in the face of discrimination and injustice. This book shares 'The Door in the Wall's' themes of self-discovery, personal responsibility, and the importance of standing up for what is right.

Lois Lowry

The Giver

This Newbery Medal winner is a dystopian novel that tells the story of a young boy named Jonas, who lives in a seemingly perfect society where everything is controlled by the government. However, when Jonas is chosen to be the next Receiver of Memory, he begins to discover the dark secrets that his society has been hiding. This book shares 'The Door in the Wall's' themes of self-discovery, personal responsibility, and the importance of individual freedom.

Katherine Paterson

Bridge To Terabithia

This Newbery Medal winner tells the story of two young friends, Jess and Leslie, who create a magical kingdom called Terabithia in the woods near their homes. Together, they must learn to face their fears and overcome the challenges of growing up. This book shares 'The Door in the Wall's' themes of self-discovery, personal responsibility, and the importance of friendship.

Ellen Raskin

The Westing Game

This Newbery Medal winner is a mystery novel that tells the story of a group of strangers who are brought together to solve the puzzle of Samuel W. Westing's will. Along the way, they must learn to trust each other and use their individual skills to uncover the truth. This book shares 'The Door in the Wall's' themes of self-discovery, personal responsibility, and the importance of teamwork.

Robin McKinley

The Hero and the Crown

This Newbery Medal winner is a fantasy novel that tells the story of a young girl named Aerin, who dreams of becoming a hero like her father. When she discovers a magical dragon-slaying sword, Aerin sets out on a dangerous journey to prove herself and save her kingdom from the forces of darkness. This book shares 'The Door in the Wall's' themes of self-discovery, personal responsibility, and the importance of courage.

Karen Cushman

The Midwife's Apprentice

This Newbery Medal winner is a historical novel that tells the story of a young girl named Beetle, who becomes the apprentice to a midwife in medieval England. Along the way, Beetle must learn to overcome her fears and find her place in the world. This book shares 'The Door in the Wall's' themes of self-discovery, personal responsibility, and the importance of perseverance.