Books like Little brother and little sister by Barbara Cooney
In "Little Brother and Little Sister," two siblings escape a cruel and wicked stepmother, seeking refuge in a forest. Yet even in nature, the stepmother’s malevolent influence follows, keeping the children in danger.
First publish date: 1982
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Barbara Cooney
★
★
★
★
★
0.0 (0 community ratings)
How are these books recommended?
The books recommended for Little brother and little sister by Barbara Cooney are shaped by reader interaction. Votes on how closely books relate, user ratings, and community comments all help refine these recommendations and highlight books readers genuinely find similar in theme, ideas, and overall reading experience.
Have you read any of these books?
Your votes, ratings, and comments help improve recommendations and make it easier
for other readers to discover books they’ll enjoy.
Books similar to Little brother and little sister (18 similar books)
A proud Caldecott‑Medal book in which a young boy named Peter delights in the city’s first snowfall, tracing footprints, building a snowman, and discovering the wonder of winter’s lasting magic.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
Blueberries for Sal is a charming picture book by Robert McCloskey that follows a young girl and her mother as they gather blueberries in Maine, blending humor, family bonding, and playful illustrations.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
A gentle, picture‑book tale of Little Bear and his caring mother, designed for early readers with simple sentences and familiar words.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
Frog and Toad Are Friends introduces two amphibious pals who share gentle adventures and life lessons in a series of five concise stories, filling young readers with warmth, humor and timeless friendship.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
In the silent, winter woods, a father and his daughter venture out under a full moon, guided by hope and courage, to witness the majestic Great Horned Owl.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
A charming picture book in which a country house laments the growth of the surrounding city, illustrating the quiet loss of rural life as urban sprawl encroaches.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
Lonely Henry finds friendship and companionship with a big dog named Mudge, showing how love and adventure can brighten a child’s days.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
A collection of sea‑centered folk and fairy tales that celebrate maritime myths, legendary creatures, and the cultural lore of the ocean.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
A vibrant retelling of a Slavic folktale where Little Sister, aided by the enchantingly named Month Brothers, completes daunting tasks that topple her greedy stepmother and stepsister.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
In this charming picture book, Little Critter dreams of adventures he and his baby brother will share, celebrating sibling bonding and imaginative play for young children.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
The Grimm brothers’ fairy tale follows a brother and sister who flee their cruel stepmother to the forest, only to find their escape thwarted by her supernatural powers.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
In twelfth‑century imperial Japan, thirteen‑year‑old Fujiwara no Mitsuko seeks help from shape‑shifters and mythic beings to save her older sister.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
When her parents die, Beth Pearson returns to Maine to care for her resentful sister Francie, only to uncover a dangerous romance with 21‑year‑old Andrew. Facing violence and betrayal, Beth must protect Francie and confront a dire threat.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
A young boy's passion for cats transforms his life into a magical adventure story inspired by folklore and art lessons with his teacher, Miss Gresham.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
Classic Celtic fairy tales is a thoughtfully compiled collection of timeless stories drawn from the rich traditions of Celtic folklore, offering readers a window into the myths, legends, and cultural heritage of the Celtic people.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
A pair of mandarin ducks discovers love and courage in the midst of a cruel lord’s greed, teaching young readers a valuable lesson about compassion and the power of unexpected friendship and sacrifice.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
Some Other Similar Books
Are You My Mother? by P.D. EastmanHave a similar book in mind? Let others know!
Please login to submit books!