Tangerine

Holes

Louis Sachar

A young boy is sent to a juvenile detention camp where he must dig holes every day. Like Paul in Tangerine, the protagonist Stanley faces challenging family dynamics and personal struggles. The book explores themes of resilience, friendship, and overcoming adversity through a young protagonist's perspective.

The Giver

Lois Lowry

A young boy discovers the truth about his seemingly perfect society. Like Tangerine, this book explores a young protagonist's journey of self-discovery and challenging existing perceptions. The narrative focuses on personal growth and understanding complex social dynamics.

The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963

Christopher Paul Curtis

A family's journey during the Civil Rights Movement explores personal and social challenges. Similar to Tangerine, this book deals with complex social dynamics and a young protagonist's perspective. The narrative focuses on family, resilience, and understanding social issues.

Wonder

R.J. Palacio

A boy with a facial difference enters mainstream school for the first time. Similar to Tangerine, this novel deals with bullying, personal identity, and finding courage. The story focuses on empathy, acceptance, and standing up to challenges in a school environment.

The Outsiders

S.E. Hinton

A group of working-class teenagers navigate social tensions and personal struggles. Like Tangerine, this novel deals with family dynamics, social challenges, and a young protagonist's perspective. The story explores themes of identity and belonging.

Maniac Magee

Jerry Spinelli

An orphan boy navigates racial tensions and finds his place in the world. Similar to Tangerine, this book deals with social challenges, personal identity, and a young protagonist's resilience. The story explores themes of community, belonging, and overcoming obstacles.

Esperanza Rising

Pam Muñoz Ryan

A young girl navigates significant life changes during the Great Depression. Like Tangerine, this novel deals with personal resilience and overcoming challenging circumstances. The story explores themes of family, identity, and personal growth.

Bridge to Terabithia

Katherine Paterson

Two friends create an imaginary world to escape reality and cope with personal challenges. Like Tangerine, this novel explores friendship, personal growth, and dealing with difficult life circumstances. The story focuses on a young protagonist's emotional journey.

Stargirl

Jerry Spinelli

An unconventional girl challenges social norms in a high school setting. Similar to Tangerine, this book explores individual identity and standing up to social pressures. The narrative focuses on personal authenticity and finding one's place.

Hatchet

Gary Paulsen

A boy survives a plane crash and must learn to survive in the wilderness. Similar to Tangerine, this book features a young protagonist facing significant challenges. The narrative explores themes of personal resilience, survival, and self-discovery.