Discover books similar to "Almost Alice"

Jacqueline Kelly

The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate

This Newbery Honor book is a charming historical novel about Calpurnia Virginia Tate, a young girl growing up in Texas at the end of the 19th century. Like Alice in 'Almost Alice', Calpurnia is a curious and intelligent protagonist who loves to explore the natural world around her. Readers who enjoyed Phyllis Reynolds Naylor's book will appreciate the vividly drawn characters and rich historical detail in this coming-of-age story.

Jeanne Birdsall

The Penderwicks

This modern classic is a heartwarming and humorous story about four sisters who have a series of adventures during a summer vacation at a beautiful estate in the Berkshire Mountains. Like Alice, the Penderwick girls are independent, spirited, and full of personality. Readers who loved 'Almost Alice' will enjoy the warm family relationships and the sense of adventure in this beloved series.

Mildred D. Taylor

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry

This Newbery Medal-winning novel is a powerful and moving story about a young African-American girl named Cassie Logan and her family, who are struggling to maintain their dignity and their land in the face of racism and injustice in the Jim Crow South. Like Alice, Cassie is a strong and resilient protagonist who learns to stand up for herself and her community. Readers who enjoyed 'Almost Alice' will be moved by the vividly drawn characters and the powerful themes of this classic novel.

Katherine Paterson

Bridge To Terabithia

This Newbery Medal-winning novel is a timeless classic about friendship, loss, and imagination. Jess Aarons and Leslie Burke are two outsiders who create a magical kingdom called Terabithia in the woods near their homes. Like Alice, Leslie is a fearless and imaginative protagonist who encourages Jess to see the world in a new way. Readers who loved 'Almost Alice' will be captivated by the sense of wonder and the emotional depth of this beloved story.

Frances Hodgson Burnett

The Secret Garden

This classic children's novel is a beautiful and uplifting story about a young girl named Mary Lennox, who is sent to live with her uncle in the English countryside after her parents die in a cholera outbreak in India. Like Alice, Mary is a curious and determined protagonist who learns to find joy and purpose in the natural world around her. Readers who enjoyed 'Almost Alice' will be enchanted by the vividly drawn characters and the magical atmosphere of this beloved story.

Ellen Raskin

The Westing Game

This Newbery Medal-winning novel is a clever and suspenseful mystery about a group of strangers who are brought together to solve the puzzle of Samuel W. Westing's will. Like Alice, the characters in this book are intelligent and resourceful, and they must use their wits to unravel the clues and uncover the truth. Readers who loved 'Almost Alice' will be intrigued by the twists and turns of this engaging and thought-provoking story.

Lois Lowry

The Giver

This Newbery Medal-winning novel is a haunting and thought-provoking story about a young boy named Jonas, who lives in a seemingly perfect society where everything is controlled and regulated. Like Alice, Jonas is a curious and observant protagonist who begins to question the world around him and discovers that there is more to life than he ever imagined. Readers who enjoyed 'Almost Alice' will be captivated by the richly imagined world and the powerful themes of this modern classic.

Katherine Applegate

The One and Only Ivan

This Newbery Medal-winning novel is a poignant and uplifting story about a gorilla named Ivan, who lives in a shopping mall and longs for freedom. Like Alice, Ivan is a gentle and compassionate protagonist who learns to find his voice and stand up for what he believes in. Readers who loved 'Almost Alice' will be moved by the emotional depth and the powerful themes of this beloved story.

Susan Patron

The Higher Power of Lucky

This Newbery Medal-winning novel is a heartwarming and humorous story about a young girl named Lucky Trimble, who lives in a small desert town and is searching for a sense of belonging. Like Alice, Lucky is a resilient and resourceful protagonist who learns to find strength in herself and in her community. Readers who enjoyed 'Almost Alice' will be captivated by the vividly drawn characters and the sense of adventure in this beloved story.

Neil Gaiman

The Graveyard Book

This Newbery Medal-winning novel is a haunting and magical story about a young boy named Nobody Owens, who is raised in a graveyard by ghosts and other supernatural creatures. Like Alice, Nobody is a curious and adventurous protagonist who learns to navigate a world that is both strange and familiar. Readers who enjoyed 'Almost Alice' will be captivated by the richly imagined world and the powerful themes of this modern classic.

Kelly Barnhill

The Girl Who Drank the Moon

This Newbery Medal-winning novel is a magical and enchanting story about a young girl named Luna, who is raised by a witch in the forest and discovers that she has special powers. Like Alice, Luna is a brave and curious protagonist who learns to find her place in the world and to use her powers for good. Readers who enjoyed 'Almost Alice' will be captivated by the vividly drawn characters and the sense of wonder in this beloved story.