Books About Family Changes

The Best Family Changes Books for Kids

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 2016

Life Just Got Real

By Sadie Robertson

Two teens from different worlds clash on reality TV, but can they find true friendship amid the chaos?

288 pages· 74,685 words· Est. 7 hour read

4.1 Goodreads · 1,079 ratings

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Summary: A.J. Smith, a down-to-earth girl from Louisiana, moves to Nashville and finds herself thrust into the glamorous world of Kate Kelly, a reality TV star. As producers stir drama for ratings, A.J. and Kate's lives spiral into chaos. When prom plans unravel and relationships falter, A.J. unexpectedly becomes Kate's ally. Can these two opposites forge a genuine friendship amidst the staged conflicts and high-stakes drama? Discover if they can stay true to themselves and each other in a world where reality is anything but real.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Monday

By Eva Amores, Matt Cosgrove (Author/Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Worst Week Ever! series

Justin's week spirals into chaos with vampires, bullies, and disappearing swim trunks.

192 pages· 16,141 words· Est. 2.5 hour read

4.1 Goodreads · 544 ratings

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Summary: Justin Chase is having the worst week ever. His mom's new husband might be a vampire, his dad's driving a toilet on wheels, and his cat's missing. On top of that, a bully targets him on his first day at a new school. Now, he's stuck on a diving board in vanishing swim trunks, and it's only Monday. Can Justin survive this whirlwind of disasters?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

Double Vision

By Tia Mowry, Tamera Mowry · Book #1 in the Twintuition series

Twin sisters must alter the future after discovering their visions of what's to come.

208 pages· 33,342 words· Est. 4.5 hour read

4.1 Goodreads · 688 ratings

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Summary: Tween twins Cassie and Caitlyn face a new life in Aura, Texas, where they uncover a mysterious ability to foresee events. As they navigate being the new kids, their visions reveal a future they must change. Can they harness their gift to alter destiny, or will their foresight lead to unforeseen consequences? Dive into a world where sisterly bonds and supernatural powers collide, challenging the twins to embrace their unique connection and shape the future before it unfolds.

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2013

Amber Brown Is on the Move

By Paula Danziger, Bruce Coville, Elizabeth Levy, Anthony Lewis (Illustrator) · Book #11 in the Amber Brown series

Amber faces family changes, school tests, and a dance competition. Can she keep it together?

192 pages· 20,243 words· Est. 3 hour read

4.0 Goodreads · 151 ratings

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Summary: Amber Brown's world is shifting as her mom remarries and they move to a new house. With her dad dating and school pressures mounting, Amber must navigate these changes while preparing for a dance competition and standardized tests. Can she find balance in her new life and maintain her colorful spirit?

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2010

The Case of the Lost Boy

By Dori Hillestad Butler, Jeremy Tugeau (Illustrator) · The Buddy Files series

A detective dog must solve the mystery of his missing family and a vanished boy.

128 pages· 11,227 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

3.9 Goodreads · 995 ratings

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Summary: King, a detective dog, faces a puzzling dilemma: his family is missing, and he's stuck in the pound. Adopted by a new family who calls him Buddy, he soon faces another mystery when young Connor disappears. With the help of a large dog named Mouse and a mysterious cat, King must unravel the secrets surrounding him. Can this clever canine solve the mysteries and find his way back to his beloved human? Dive into a tale of loyalty, courage, and unexpected friendships.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2026

The Endless Game

By J.D. Amato, Sophie Morse (Illustrator)

A new kid is drafted into a decades-old capture-the-flag war that splits his town.

248 pages· 12,995 words· Est. 2.5 hour read

3.9 Goodreads · 196 ratings

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Summary: When Fred Townsend moves to Lakeside, Illinois, he's pulled into a game of capture the flag that has divided the town's kids for generations. The game has its own history, laws and institutions, from castle-like bases and prisons to kid-run saloons and a council that rules on disputes. As the summer war rages, Fred has to figure out where he fits, who his real friends are, and what winning really means. A slice-of-life middle-grade graphic novel.

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2004

Second Grade Rules, Amber Brown

By Paula Danziger, Tony Ross (Illustrator) · Book #5 in the A Is for Amber series

A messy desk could cost Amber a magical reward. Can she tidy up in time?

48 pages· 1,584 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud

3.9 Goodreads · 245 ratings

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Summary: Amber Brown loves second grade, but a new rule threatens her fun. Her teacher insists on clean desks, yet Amber's is a disaster. Desperate for a visit from the desk fairy, Deskarina, and the reward she brings, Amber faces a challenge: can she conquer her cluttered chaos? With a treat on the line, Amber must decide if she can change her messy ways. Will she succeed, or will her desk remain a disaster? Dive into this humorous tale of classroom antics and magical motivation.

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1998

P.S. Longer Letter Later

By Paula Danziger, Ann M. Martin

Two best friends must keep their bond alive through letters after a sudden separation.

256 pages· 34,338 words· Est. 4 hour read

3.8 Goodreads · 3,365 ratings

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Summary: Elizabeth and Tara Starr, inseparable twelve-year-olds, face a heart-wrenching challenge when Tara Starr moves away. Through heartfelt letters, they navigate the trials of distance, change, and growing up. Can their friendship withstand the test of time and distance, or will the miles between them prove too great? Dive into a poignant tale of enduring friendship and the power of words.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2008

Boys Are Dogs

By Leslie Margolis · Book #1 in the Annabelle Unleashed series

Can Annabelle train boys like her puppy, or will chaos reign?

208 pages· 42,537 words· Est. 6 hour read

3.8 Goodreads · 2,859 ratings

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Summary: Annabelle's world flips when she moves to a new school and home. Boys run wild at Birchwood Middle, and her puppy wreaks havoc at home. Armed with a dog training manual, Annabelle wonders if she can tame the chaos. Can she apply puppy training to boys, or will her life spiral out of control? Discover the unexpected twists in her quest for order.

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2023

Girl Forgotten

By April Henry

A teen's podcast reopens a girl's unsolved murder, and someone wants her to stop.

288 pages· 53,365 words· Est. 5 hour read

3.7 Goodreads · 4,129 ratings

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Summary: Seventeen years after Layla Trello was murdered, true-crime fan Piper Gray starts a podcast to find out who killed her. With help from Jonas, who is hiding a secret of his own, Piper digs into the cold case, but anonymous threats warn her to back off. The killer may still be close, and Piper has to solve the case before she becomes the next victim.

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