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Losing a baby tooth, having a first kiss, and getting a first job are all recognizable milestones along the path from childhood to adulthood. But moving toward those milestones comes with difficult adjustments.
Showcasing the delights and sorrows of childhood and adolescence, the following books depict subtler signs of maturation as well: accepting misfortune with grace, learning that the world isn’t always fair, and taking on new responsibilities.
Arianna Rudorf is a graduate of the University of Dallas. Although originally from Illinois, she now lives in the Dallas area, where she teaches high school level English.