Discover books similar to "Stacey's Big Crush"

Heather Vogel Frederick

The Mother-Daughter Book Club

Follow the lives of four middle school girls and their mothers as they form a book club and navigate the challenges of friendship, family, and growing up. A heartwarming and relatable story, much like 'Stacey’s Big Crush', that explores the complexities of adolescence.

Beverly Cleary

Ramona Quimby, Age 8

Join Ramona as she starts the third grade, deals with her feelings about her new teacher, and navigates the ups and downs of family and school life. A classic middle-grade novel that, like 'Stacey’s Big Crush', captures the spirit of childhood and the struggles of growing up.

Katherine Paterson

Bridge To Terabithia

Two unlikely friends, Jesse and Leslie, create a magical kingdom in the woods called Terabithia, where they rule as king and queen. But when tragedy strikes, they must learn to cope with loss and grow stronger together. A heart-wrenching story about friendship and growing up, similar to 'Stacey’s Big Crush'.

Mildred D. Taylor

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry

Set in the 1930s American South, this novel tells the story of Cassie Logan, an African-American girl who learns about the importance of family, courage, and standing up for what is right. A powerful and thought-provoking story, much like 'Stacey’s Big Crush', that explores the complexities of growing up in a challenging world.

Jeanne Birdsall

The Penderwicks: A Summer Tale of Four Sisters, Two Rabbits, and a Very Interesting Boy

Join the Penderwick sisters as they embark on a summer adventure filled with laughter, tears, and the discovery of true friendship. A charming and heartwarming story, similar to 'Stacey’s Big Crush', that celebrates the joys and challenges of sisterhood and growing up.

Kate DiCamillo

Because of Winn-Dixie

When 10-year-old India Opal Buloni adopts a stray dog named Winn-Dixie, her life is forever changed as she makes new friends and learns about the power of forgiveness and love. A heartwarming and uplifting story, much like 'Stacey’s Big Crush', that explores the themes of friendship and self-discovery.

Lois Lowry

The Giver

In a seemingly perfect community, 12-year-old Jonas is chosen to be the Receiver of Memory, where he discovers the truth about his world and the sacrifices that have been made to maintain it. A thought-provoking and powerful story, similar to 'Stacey’s Big Crush', that explores the themes of identity and the importance of individuality.

Ellen Raskin

The Westing Game

16 people are invited to the reading of Samuel W. Westing's will and are presented with a challenging puzzle to solve. As they work together and against each other, they uncover secrets and learn about the power of teamwork and determination. A thrilling and engaging story, much like 'Stacey’s Big Crush', that explores the themes of friendship and problem-solving.

E.L. Konigsburg

From the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler

When Claudia Kincaid decides to run away from home, she chooses the Metropolitan Museum of Art as her destination and embarks on a thrilling adventure filled with mystery and intrigue. A captivating and enchanting story, similar to 'Stacey’s Big Crush', that explores the themes of independence and self-discovery.

Jacqueline Kelly

The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate

Set in Texas in 1899, this novel tells the story of 11-year-old Calpurnia Tate, who discovers her love for science and nature and learns about the importance of questioning the world around her. A thought-provoking and engaging story, much like 'Stacey’s Big Crush', that explores the themes of independence and self-discovery.