Books About Adjustments

The Best Adjustments Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about adjustments? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

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The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Adjustments

The Berenstain Bears and Baby Makes Five

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$574

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2000

The Berenstain Bears and Baby Makes Five

By Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain · The Berenstain Bears series

A new baby girl named Honey joins the Bear family, causing Sister Bear to feel left out and jealous.

32 pages· 956 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud

4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,357 ratings

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Summary: In Bear Country, the Bear family welcomes a new baby, Honey. But Sister Bear struggles with the changes, feeling overshadowed by the constant attention Honey receives. As Honey cries and demands care, Sister wonders if life will ever return to normal. Can she find her place in this new family dynamic, or will jealousy take over? Join the Bear family to discover how love and understanding can bridge the gap between siblings.

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$1797

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

Finally Seen

By Kelly Yang · Finally Seen series

A girl reunites with her family in America, facing unexpected challenges and a quest for belonging.

304 pages· 61,360 words· Est. 8.5 hour read

4.4/5 Goodreads · 4,356 ratings

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Summary: Ten-year-old Lina Gao arrives in America, reuniting with her family after five years apart. But life isn't as perfect as the postcards promised. Struggling with English and overshadowed by her sister, Lina must find her voice and courage to navigate school and family life. As her teacher's book choice faces scrutiny, Lina discovers a story that mirrors her own struggles. Will she overcome her fears and finally be seen? Dive into Lina's journey of resilience and self-discovery in a world that feels both foreign and familiar.

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$1498

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2014

Mallory McDonald, Baby Expert

By Laurie Friedman, Jennifer Kalis (Illustrator) · Book #22 in the Mallory McDonald series

A new baby disrupts Mallory's world. Can she find her place again?

152 pages· 13,813 words· Est. 2 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 184 ratings

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Summary: Mallory's life is turned upside down with the arrival of baby Charlie on Wish Pond Road. As her friends are swept up in the excitement, Mallory feels left out and forgotten. Amidst nursery painting and baby showers, she struggles to find her place in this new dynamic. Will Mallory discover a silver lining in the changes Charlie brings, or will she be lost in the shuffle? Dive into Mallory's journey as she navigates friendship, family, and finding her own voice amidst the chaos of a new sibling.

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$1797

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

New from Here

By Kelly Yang

A boy battles racism and family separation during the pandemic.

368 pages· 64,419 words· Est. 9 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 4,821 ratings

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Hardcover

Summary: Knox Wei-Evans faces a whirlwind move from Hong Kong to California as the coronavirus spreads. Separated from his dad and labeled as a virus carrier at school, Knox must navigate prejudice and uncertainty. With his mom's job loss and the family's future in limbo, can Knox find his place and keep his family united across oceans? In a world of fear and division, Knox's journey is one of courage and resilience.

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$958

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2012

Big Brothers Are the Best

By Fran Manushkin, Kirsten Richards (Illustrator) · Big Siblings are the Best series

A boy navigates the joys and challenges of becoming a big brother.

24 pages· 246 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud

4.3/5 Goodreads · 355 ratings

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Summary: A young boy embarks on a heartwarming journey as he becomes a big brother. With each new day, he discovers the joys and challenges of helping care for the new baby in the family. Will he find his place in this changing world, or will the new arrival turn everything upside down? Join him as he learns the true meaning of family and love.

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$574

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011

Amelia Bedelia Makes a Friend

By Herman Parish, Lynne Avril (Illustrator) · Amelia Bedelia series

A young girl navigates the challenges of losing her best friend and finding a new one.

32 pages· 523 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud

4.1/5 Goodreads · 524 ratings

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Summary: Amelia Bedelia is heartbroken when her best friend Jen moves away. But when a new neighbor arrives, Amelia's world is turned upside down. This new friend is nothing like Jen—or maybe she is? Join Amelia in a delightful tale of unexpected friendships and discover how friends can come in all shapes and sizes. Perfect for young readers, this story is filled with laughter and the joy of making new connections.

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$1398

Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 1994

Boomer's Big Day

By Mary Whyte (Illustrator)

A dog's world turns upside down on moving day. What's happening?

32 pages· 464 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud

5.0/7 Bookroo·3.9/5 Goodreads · 174 ratings

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Summary: Boomer, a golden retriever, faces a puzzling day as strangers pack his home into boxes. With his humans acting strangely, Boomer's anxiety grows. Will he find comfort in the chaos of moving day? Discover how Boomer navigates this bewildering change and uncovers familiar joys in a new place.

Alexander, Who's Not (Do You Hear Me? I Mean It!) Going to Move

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$759

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1995

Alexander, Who's Not (Do You Hear Me? I Mean It!) Going to Move

By Judith Viorst, Ray Cruz, Robin Preiss Glasser (Illustrator) · Alexander series

A boy refuses to move with his family, clinging to his beloved hometown life.

32 pages· 1,170 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud

5.0/7 Bookroo·4.0/5 Goodreads · 2,292 ratings

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Summary: Alexander's world is turned upside down when his family plans to move a thousand miles away. Determined to stay, he vows not to leave his best friend, favorite babysitter, and cherished neighborhood. Will Alexander find a way to remain in the place he loves, or will he be forced to face the unknown? With humor and heart, this story captures a child's struggle against change and the ties that bind us to home.

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$674

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2006

Ruby Lu, Empress of Everything

By Lenore Look, Anne Wilsdorf (Illustrator) · Ruby Lu series

Ruby navigates a summer of challenges with her deaf cousin and a stray dog. Can she handle it all?

176 pages· 13,776 words· Est. 2.5 hour read

3.9/5 Goodreads · 421 ratings

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Summary: Ruby's summer turns upside down when her deaf cousin, Flying Duck, moves in from China. With language barriers and cultural shifts, Ruby faces swimming lessons, summer school, and a stray dog needing a home. As she juggles these challenges, Ruby wonders if even the self-proclaimed Empress of Everything can manage the chaos. Will she find a way to connect with Flying Duck and embrace the changes, or will it all be too much? Dive into Ruby's world of unexpected friendships and heartwarming adventures.

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$379

Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 1993

The Double Dabble Surprise

By Beverly Lewis, Barbara Birch (Illustrator) · The Cul-de-Sac Kids series

A plane lands without expected passengers. Where are the missing sisters?

80 pages· 6,427 words· Est. 1 hour read

3.9/5 Goodreads · 433 ratings

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Summary: Abby and Carly eagerly await their new Korean sisters at the airport, gifts in hand. But when the plane lands, the girls are nowhere to be found. As the mystery deepens, Abby and her friends on Blossom Hill Lane face an unexpected twist that could change everything. What happened to the sisters, and what surprise awaits them all?

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