Laura Upside-down

A parent might reach for this book when their child feels like an outsider because their family doesn't have a specific religious tradition. 'Laura Upside-down' centers on ten-year-old Laura, who feels confused and left out by her best friends, one Jewish and one Christian. She grapples with big questions about faith and identity, all while trying to solve the mystery of a reclusive neighbor she suspects is a witch. This gentle, thoughtful book is ideal for readers 10-13 who are beginning to navigate their own beliefs and notice the diverse worldviews around them. It opens up conversations about belonging, empathy, and being comfortable with who you are, with or without a formal religion.