All Together Now: Sisters

The Kindest Red: a story of hijab and friendship written by Ibtihaj Muhammad

Sisters Faizah and Asiyah learn how to spread kindness on school picture day.

Sunflower Sisters written by Monika Singh Gangotra

Amitra and Kiki get dressed for their siblings’ weddings while enduring family nitpicks about lightening cream, sun rays, and the skin-darkening effects of the color yellow. Luckily, Amitra’s mother has a lesson or two to teach about that! With the support and empowerment of their moms, the sunflower sisters are two strong, confident South Asian and Nigerian girls finding joy in their own skin.

The Superpower Sisterhood written by Jenna Bush Hager

Emma has been lonely all her life growing up in a neighborhood with no other kids–until the day two sets of sisters move to her street! The girls immediately form a club, only to discover that something mysterious is going on. They’ve each always had special talents, but when they work together, it’s almost like their skills become superpowers. Now the sisterhood is ready to help their neighborhood thrive, as long as they can keep the spooky Ms. Wigglestoot from discovering their secret.

The Queen in the Cave written by Júlia Sardà

Once upon a time there were three sisters: Franca, Carmela, and Tomasina. This is their story of adventure and discovery. A tale of hidden mysteries and new wonders, of finding a strange world beyond home and unlocking the secrets inside themselves.

Leila, the Perfect Witch written and illustrated by Flavia Z. Drago

Leila Wayward is a little witch who excels at everything she does. She’s the fastest flier, the most cunning conjuror, and the most superb shape-shifter. She has won trophies for potions, herbology, and alchemy–and now she dreams of winning the Magnificent Witchy Cake-off! As the youngest in a long line of masters of the Dark Arts of Patisserie, Leila wants her entry to be perfect. But even with the most bewitching of recipes, she realizes a terrible truth: she’s a disaster in the kitchen. Luckily, Leila has three magical sisters who are happy to share their culinary secrets with her. What’s more, Leila discovers that baking with them is fun! Win or lose, she has already tasted the sweetest thing of all: acceptance–with a pinch of nightshade and a bit of mandrake.

Beatrice Likes the Dark written by April Genevieve Tucholke

Beatrice likes the dark. She likes black clothes, graveyard picnics, and a sky full of stars. Her sister, Roo, likes the light. She likes bright clothes, picking strawberries, and hot, sunny days. Beatrice and Roo are nothing alike and don’t understand each other. Can Beatrice help Roo love the dark as much as she does? Can Roo help Beatrice love the light? Or are they simply too different to get along? With lushly detailed artwork, award-winning illustrator Khoa Le brings to vivid life acclaimed author April Tucholke’s heartwarming, slightly spooky tale about two very different sisters who learn to celebrate their individuality, understanding that love runs deeper than their differences.

Bracelets for Bina’s Brothers written by Rajani LaRocca

Bina has three older brothers and this year she wants to make them bracelets for Raksha Bandhan, an Indian holiday that celebrates brothers and sisters–but first she must come up with patterns that include only their favorite colors, plus one unique bead that celebrates their special interests.

The Midnight Club written by Shane Goth

Milly and big sister Becca are members of the Midnight Club. And tonight is Milly’s first outing! At exactly midnight, Milly wakes her sister. With Becca leading the way, they tiptoe along the shadowy hall and down the creaky stairs. There’s so much adventure to be had in the middle of the night! They sit in Dad’s big chair, dip into his jar of jellybeans, try on Mom’s coat. One moment they’re frightened by a shadow that looks like a monster, and the next, they’re making shadow play of their own. A scratch at the back door has Milly’s heart going boom bump boom, but it’s just the president of the Midnight Club, their cat Oliver, who leads the way to more shenanigans.

Ready for the Spotlight! Written and illustrated by Jaime Kim

An exuberant and relatable picture book about sibling rivalry, ballet, and finding your free-form self. Confidence goes a long way, and so does practice — but the support of a loving family and community matters even more in this winsome tale of dancing your way into your own unique talents. Tessie has taken ballet for a whole month and thinks she has it down. If it weren’t for her big sister, Maya, who seems to own the spotlight, Tessie would dazzle the whole class. But when Maya lands the lead — and the coveted princess crown — in the fall recital, not even freestyle dancing can fully rescue Tessie’s spirits. But maybe they each have something to teach and the spotlight is big enough for two?

Make a Rakhi at home in 5 easy steps: https://buzzingbubs.com/articles/diy-make-a-rakhi-at-home

All Together Now: Brothers

The Noise Inside Boys: a story about big feelings written and illustrated by Pete Oswald

This important book uses a rainbow of vibrant colors to illustrate how the wide range of emotions we experience can be managed by naming and understanding them as a young boy experiences overwhelming feelings when he’s teased by his two older brothers.

A Fort on the Moon written by Maggie Pouncey

Fox and his younger brother plan to travel to the moon in a homemade rocket and build a fort.

A Space for Me written and illustrated by Cathryn Falwell

Max wants some space for himself away from his younger brother who takes his things and makes noise, but eventually Max finds a way to make space for his brother too.

Spencer and Vincent, the Jellyfish Brothers written by Tony Johnston

When jellyfish brothers Spencer and Vincent are separated during a big storm, it will take the help of many friends and all of their brotherly love to reunite them.

A Magical Adventure: with puzzles written and illustrated by Marianna Oklejak

Two brothers set out on a magical adventure in search of happiness. Their journey was filled with fairies, witches, wild animals, riddles, mazes, search-and-find challenges, and more.

The Baby-changing Station written by Rhett Miller

Told in rhyming text, ten-year-old James is not thrilled by his baby brother: in fact, he would like to send Joe back–so when a magic baby-changing station offers him cool stuff in exchange for the annoying baby, James has a decision to make.

When My Brother Gets Home written and illustrated by Tom Lichtenheld

In this warm, funny story from beloved creator Tom Lichtenheld, a younger sister impatiently awaits her older brother’s return from school. As his bus draws closer, she imagines all the fantastical adventures that await them. From climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro in the playground to building a cardboard castle, every adventure, large or small, is more fun . . . when my brother gets home.

Sun written and illustrated by Alison Oliver

Sun loves playing soccer but after seeing his brother, Pablo, making art he goes on an adventure with a fox and reconnects with his creative side.

Oliver’s Lollipop written by Allison Wortche,

Oliver finds the perfect lollipop on his birthday trip to the zoo, and it’s all he can think about! Forget riding the carousel–he might drop his precious treat. No point roaring at the lions with his brother or engaging with any of the animals. After all, who needs the peacocks’ beautiful feathers or the flamingoes’ brilliant hues when there’s a colorful swirly lollipop to admire? But when one particular zoo animal threatens to ruin the fun, Oliver learns that there’s plenty more to see than the candy he’d been coveting. And sharing the day–and his sweets–with his brother might just be the most special treat of all.

Five minute crafts to do with your younger brother or sister: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cCXicgYMUnw

All Together Now: Encouragement

Woo Hoo! You’re Doing Great! Written and illustrated by Sandra Boynton

An extremely exuberant chicken has an important message to share in this entertaining rhyming book that reminds readers that trying your best is reason enough to celebrate.

Silver Linings written and illustrated by Fiona Woodcock

Follows best friends Pip and Parker, who know just what to do and say to encourage and support each other.

Let’s Taco About How Great You Are written and illustrated by Bob Holt

Bloom written by Anne Booth

There was once a beautiful flower and a little girl who loved it. She talked to it every morning on her way to school. The owner of the flower shouted at her. The next day, the flower did not open. The angry man didn’t understand. He tried watering it. He tried giving it shade and he tried talking to it. He told it how wonderful he was, how important his job was, and how lonely he felt. But, it still refused to open. So, he asked the little girl. “Why don’t you tell it how wonderful it is and how much you love it?” she said. As he did so, his own heart filled with love. And the flower bloomed.

The Little Butterfly That Could written and illustrated by Ross Burach

An extremely confused and frightened butterfly turns to a whale for guidance on how to reach the flowers–and encouragement as the whale advises him to never give up on his migration.

We are Brothers written and illustrated by Yves Nadon

With his big brother’s support, a young boy finds the courage to jump off the big rock at the lake.

Isle of You written by David LaRochelle

Some days are harder to get through than others, but when you’re sad, or lonely, or angry, it helps to remember these words: the Isle of You. Take a moment to shake off your worries, then set sail to a land where your dreams can come true. Soar on the back of an eagle, hunt for treasure, watch dancing polar bears on roller skates — anything you can imagine is yours.

Great written by Glen Gretzky

A story of teamwork with a positive message, featuring Wayne Gretzky and his dad Coach Wally. Taylor is excited when he makes the hockey team, Wayne’s team, the boy they are already calling The Great One. Taylor wants to be great too, but he’s still got a lot to learn. Lucky for him, Coach Wally is in his corner, guiding him through the ups and downs of being part of a hockey team, and being the best player he can be. As Coach Wally says, if you have a good time, work hard and do your best, “that is all that matters.”

All Together Now: Opposites

Kitty & Cat: opposites attract written and illustrated by Mirka Hokkanen

Meet Kitty! Kitty wants to play! Meet Cat. Cat just wants to nap. Bold, whimsical artwork and plenty of humor engage little ones in a sly and stylish introduction to opposites.

Good Morning, Good Night: a book of opposites in the city written and illustrated by Anita Lobel

A family’s day spent in the city reveals a wealth of contrasting images.

Beatrice Likes the Dark written by April Genevieve Tucholke

Beatrice likes the dark. She likes black clothes, graveyard picnics, and a sky full of stars. Her sister, Roo, likes the light. She likes bright clothes, picking strawberries, and hot, sunny days. Beatrice and Roo are nothing alike and don’t understand each other. Can Beatrice help Roo love the dark as much as she does? Can Roo help Beatrice love the light? Or are they simply too different to get along?

Opposites Abstract written and illustrated by Mo Willems

Is this dark? Is this light? Is this soft? Is this hard? Using colors, shapes, lines and textures, Willems invites readers to explore abstract concepts through eye-popping, emotive, and highly-accessible artwork.

Stop, Go, Yes, No! a story of opposites written by Mike Twohy

A cat stops. The dog goes. Dog says yes! Cat… no. In the vein of Tom and Jerry, Road Runner, Bugs Bunny, and other classic cartoons, Stop, Go, Yes, No! features an adorably enthusiastic dog and a less-enthusiastic cat on a chase full of silly and exciting turns, with a heartwarming twist.

Me Tall, You Small written by Lilli L’Arronge

Me Tall, You Small is a silly romp through a parent and child’s daily lives, exploring the differences between being an adult and a child when doing various activities, from kicking the soccer ball around to cooking together to snuggling in bed after a long day.

Double Take!: a new look at opposites written by Susan Hood

Lively text and retro-style artwork combine in a lively picture book about opposites that invites children to learn new perspectives on spreads depicting a topsy-turvy funhouse journey.

Ginger and Chrysanthemum written by Kristen Mai Giang

Ginger and Chrysanthemum are opposites, but they are cousins, as close as two peas in a pod. But planning Grandma’s birthday together is a challenge. There are presents to buy, decorations to pick, and a cake to bake together. Is this a recipe for disaster?

O is for opposites: wet and dry sensory play:https://www.fantasticfunandlearning.com/o-is-for-opposites-wet-and-dry-sensory-play.html

An Opposites Scavenger Hunt: https://www.howweelearn.com/an-opposites-scavenger-hunt-idea-with-printable/