Pedro and Me: Friendship, Loss, and What I Learned

Reach for this book when your teenager is navigating the complexities of a friend's terminal illness or if they are curious about the human side of the 1990s AIDS crisis. Through the lens of his real life friendship with activist Pedro Zamora, cartoonist Judd Winick provides a masterclass in empathy and allyship. It is an essential choice for families looking to discuss how we care for those we love during their final days while also fighting for social justice. This graphic novel is approachable yet deeply profound. While it deals with the heavy reality of death, it is ultimately a celebratory story about how one person can change your life. It is most suitable for middle and high schoolers due to its mature themes of illness and loss, handled with incredible grace and honesty.