Little Women

Reach for this book when your child is beginning to grapple with the tension between who they are and who the world expects them to be. It is an essential companion for those navigating the messy transition from childhood play to the responsibilities of young adulthood. Following the four March sisters during the American Civil War, the story explores how different personalities find their way through financial hardship, sibling rivalry, and personal loss. Parents will appreciate how Alcott validates a wide range of female expressions, from Jo's fierce independence to Meg's domestic aspirations. While it carries a 19th-century moral tone, its focus on resilience and the enduring bond of family provides a sturdy emotional foundation for modern readers aged 10 to 16.