Bionic

Reach for this book when your teen is grappling with a sudden physical change, medical trauma, or the feeling that their body no longer belongs to them. It is a powerful choice for a child who feels isolated by their differences or who is struggling to reclaim their identity after a major life upheaval. Mira's journey from a devastating car accident to becoming a high-tech bionic human explores the complex intersection of technology and humanity. Through Mira's eyes, parents and teens can discuss the ethics of 'fairness,' the pain of social rejection, and the deep emotional numbness that can follow trauma. This sci-fi story serves as an accessible metaphor for the teen experience of feeling like an outsider in one's own skin, offering a realistic yet resilient path toward self-acceptance.