Books About Being An Only Child · 6 titles considered

The Best Being An Only Child Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about being an only child? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

Baby Cakes
The Shortlist

Our 6 Favorite Books About Being An Only Child

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2014

Baby Cakes

By Sheryl Berk, Carrie Berk · The Cupcake Club series

Delaney faces twin surprises and a crash course in siblinghood.

160 pages· 18,046 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 180 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Finally, Something Mysterious

Rubber duckies spark a mystery in a quirky town. Can young sleuths solve it?

256 pages· 54,724 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 456 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2012

One of a Kind

By Ariel S. Winter, David Hitch (Illustrator)

An only child discovers the power of individuality in a school full of twins.

32 pages
4.6/7 Bookroo experts·3.2/5 Goodreads · 85 ratings
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Chapter Book · 2005

Only Emma

By Sally Warner, Jamie Harper (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Emma series

Emma's new school year is disrupted by a noisy, messy houseguest.

115 pages
3.7/5 Goodreads · 258 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2020

A Dolly for Christmas

A young girl wishes for a sibling, believing in a Christmas miracle.

40 pages
4.3/5 Goodreads · 61 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 1999

The Lonely Only Dog

A dog's wish for a playmate turns into a lesson on sharing and solitude.

32 pages· 604 words· Est. 7 min read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 14 ratings
$3.99Save 5%
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