Books About Family Illness

The Best Family Illness Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about family illness? 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.

The Shortlist

Our 3 Favorite Books About Family Illness

Curveball: The Year I Lost My Grip
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$1049
Chapter Book · Ages 12–15 · 2012

Curveball: The Year I Lost My Grip

A star pitcher's injury forces him to redefine himself beyond baseball.

304 pages· 48,820 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 6,123 ratings
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Summary: Peter Friedman faces a life-changing summer when an injury shatters his baseball dreams. As he starts high school, he must navigate a new identity without the sport he loves. With his grandfather's memory fading and a budding romance with Angelika, Peter turns to photography, discovering unexpected talents and truths. Can he find his place off the field and be honest with those he cares about?
A Splash of Magic
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2010

A Splash of Magic

By Sue Bentley, Angela Swan (Illustrator) · Book #3 in the Magic Bunny series

A seaside trip turns magical with an unexpected encounter.

128 pages· 11,539 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 194 ratings
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Summary: Charlotte's dull seaside trip takes a whimsical turn when she meets Arrow, a magical bunny. As the ordinary transforms into the extraordinary, what adventures await them by the shore? Discover the magic.
Run Home
Graphic Nov.
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$1398
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2026

Run Home

A teen faces high school, running, and family illness. Can she find hope?

304 pages· 18,377 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 225 ratings
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Summary: In 2002, 14-year-old Alyssa navigates a new high school, awkward uniforms, and an unexpected love for cross-country running. As she finds her stride, her father's illness looms, threatening her newfound balance. When tragedy strikes, Alyssa must rely on her friends, family, and inner strength to keep moving forward. Will she find hope amidst the chaos?