The Best Starting Overs Books for Kids

Summary: Ruby's life changes when she's left at her sister's doorstep. Adjusting to a new home and school, she faces the challenge of letting others in, especially the charming boy next door. Will Ruby embrace this new chapter or retreat into her old ways?

Summary: Twelve-year-old Emmy is sent to Wellsworth, a British boarding school, where she discovers a secret society linked to her missing father. With mysterious medallions and cryptic symbols, Emmy and her friends, Jack and Lola, delve into the Order of Black Hollow Lane. As they uncover hidden truths, Emmy wonders if the society is connected to her father's disappearance. Can she unravel the mystery before it's too late? Dive into a world of intrigue and friendship where every clue could lead to answers—or more questions.

Summary: Eric is the new kid in seventh grade, and Griffin, cool and popular, wants to be his friend. But trouble follows Griffin everywhere, and Eric starts to see him as a liar, a bully and a thief. When Eric tries to break away and do the right thing, he risks becoming the bully's next target.

Summary: Josh never cared much about romance until Jena Capistrano arrived. Suddenly, his world of old movies and yoga with friends is upended by infatuation. As they become friends, Josh's feelings grow, but does Jena feel the same? With his heart on the line, Josh must navigate the tricky path between friendship and love. Will he find the courage to reveal his true feelings, or is he destined to remain in the friend zone? Discover the heartwarming journey of self-discovery and the unpredictable nature of love.

Summary: Thirteen-year-old Lydia moves to a quirky Connecticut farm after her mother's death. Her new life is complicated by a troublesome dog with a mysterious past. As Lydia uncovers secrets, including her own, she must decide what she's willing to risk for belonging and truth. What lies behind the growing hole in her wall, and why is the box under her bed so crucial? Discover how Lydia's journey with the world's best bad dog leads to unexpected revelations and new beginnings.