Books About Sisters · 578 titles considered

The Best Sisters Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about sisters? 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.

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Our 10 Favorite Books About Sisters

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1932

Little House in the Big Woods

By Laura Ingalls Wilder, Garth Williams (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Little House on the Prairie series

A young girl and her family live in a log cabin in the Big Woods of Wisconsin during the late 19th century.

238 pages· 33,170 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
6.1/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 290,632 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 11–16 · 1868

Little Women

By Louisa May Alcott, Anna Bond (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Little Women series

Four sisters navigate life's challenges while awaiting their father's return from war.

816 pages· 184,747 words· Est. 17 hour read
5.9/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,522,143 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1999

The Bad Beginning

Three siblings face misfortune and a villain's plot to steal their fortune.

162 pages· 24,054 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 581,958 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 13–18 · 2020

Clap When You Land

Two teens discover each other after their father's tragic plane crash.

595 pages
4.2/5 Goodreads · 111,566 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 1951

All-of-a-Kind Family

A family of five sisters living on the East Side of New York City navigate everyday life, traditions, and relationships.

189 pages· 31,980 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 27,479 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2020

What Stars Are Made of

Libby makes a cosmic deal to help her sister's unborn baby.

208 pages· 40,429 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,078 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 2020

Fighting Words

Two sisters face trauma and silence. Can they find their voices and heal?

Newbery Medal (2021)
272 pages· 49,943 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.6/5 Goodreads · 14,309 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

When You Trap a Tiger

A girl must decide: make a deal with a magical tiger or risk losing her grandmother.

297 pages· 53,745 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 20,930 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2005

A Summer Tale of Four Sisters, Two Rabbits, and a Very Interesting Boy

Four sisters' summer adventures clash with a snobbish mother's disapproval.

262 pages· 52,813 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 66,082 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2006

Wildwood Dancing

By Juliet Marillier · Book #1 in the Wildwood series

A hidden portal, a dangerous love, and a cousin's dark motives threaten Jena's world.

407 pages· 111,868 words· Est. 10.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 32,938 ratings
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Sisters Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about sisters for the youngest readers and listeners.

Pride & Prejudice

Ages 1–3 · 2011

Explore numbers through a charming journey of proposals and encounters in an English village.

Pride and Prejudice

Ages 3–6 · 2017

Discover love and wit in a classic tale with interactive fun.

Cinderella

Ages 2–4 · 2016

Cinderella's tale unfolds in Mexico with a magical twist.

Masha and Her Sisters

Ages 2–5 · 2017

Discover how different sisters fit perfectly together.

I Am a Big Sister! / ¡Soy una hermana mayor!

Ages 2–4 · 2015

A new sibling brings change and challenges for a big sister.

You're Getting a Baby Sister!

Ages 2–5 · 2012

A new baby sister arrives, bringing challenges and opportunities for older siblings.

Olaf's Frozen Adventure Little Golden Book (Disney Frozen)

Ages 2–5 · 2017

Olaf embarks on a festive quest to save the holiday spirit.

Sheila Rae's Peppermint Stick

Ages 0–4 · 2001

Two sisters battle over a peppermint stick, but find unexpected unity.

What Sisters Do Best

Ages 0–3 · 2012

Discover what sisters do best in this charming tale.

I'm Not Hatching

Ages 2–6 · 2016

Egg refuses to hatch, fearing the world outside.

Sisters Are for Making Sand Castles
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Sisters Are for Making Sand Castles

Ages 3–5

Discover the joy and adventures of having a sister.

I'm a Mermaid

Ages 2–5 · 2022

Dive into a world where mermaids sing, ride sea horses, and babysit dolphins.

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Sisters Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about sisters for preschool and elementary-age readers.

Lulu and the Witch Baby

Ages 4–8 · 1986

Lulu's spell makes her sister vanish. Can she bring her back before trouble brews?

Zelda and Ivy

Ages 5–8 · 1998

Fox sisters navigate sibling rivalry with humor and flair in three lively tales.

The Proudest Blue

Ages 4–8

Two sisters navigate their first day of school with one of them wearing a hijab for the first time.

What Is Given from the Heart
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What Is Given from the Heart

Ages 4–8 · 2019

A young boy helps his mother put together a care package for a family in need, and finds a way to give something special to a girl his age.

Hello in There!

Ages 2–4 · 2011

A sister eagerly awaits her new sibling, sharing songs and stories of the world outside.

The Cow Who Climbed a Tree

Ages 4–8 · 2013

A cow claims to meet a dragon, leading her sisters on a surprising adventure.

Maple & Willow Apart
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Maple & Willow Apart

Ages 3–5 · 2015

Sisters find a creative way to stay connected despite being apart.

Famously Phoebe

Ages 4–7 · 2017

A star sibling faces a new rival. Can she share the spotlight?

Sheila Rae, the Brave

Ages 4–8 · 1987

A fearless girl gets lost, but her sister's support saves the day.

Waiting for Chicken Smith

Ages 3–7 · 2019

A boy waits for his friend at the beach, but unexpected moments unfold.

Little Miss, Big Sis
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Little Miss, Big Sis

Ages 4–8 · 2015

A young girl discovers the joys and challenges of becoming a big sister.

The Talking Eggs

Ages 4–8 · 1989

A vibrant Southern folktale comes to life with unexpected twists.

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Sisters Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about sisters for developing and independent readers.

The Cruel Prince

Ages 12–18 · 2018

A mortal girl defies a cruel faerie prince to survive court intrigues and looming war.

To All the Boys I've Loved Before

Ages 12–18 · 2014

Secret love letters are exposed, turning a girl's imaginary romances into chaos.

Nancy Clancy, Super Sleuth

Ages 6–10 · 2012

A young girl tries to solve a mystery involving a missing marble and a suspicious twin sister.

Yolk

Ages 14–18 · 2021

Estranged sisters must reunite and swap identities to face life-threatening challenges.

I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter

Ages 14–18 · 2017

A sister's death reveals hidden secrets, challenging Julia to uncover the truth and redefine her identity.

The Fairy-Tale Detectives

Ages 9–12 · 2005

Orphaned sisters must stop a giant and uncover a fairy-tale conspiracy.

Beezus and Ramona
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Beezus and Ramona

Ages 7–11 · 1955

A young girl navigates the challenges of growing up with a pesky little sister.

Fangirl

Ages 12–18 · 2013

Can Cath navigate college life and find herself without leaving her fandom behind?

One Crazy Summer

Ages 8–12 · 2010

Three sisters meet their estranged mother and uncover unexpected truths during a summer with the Black Panthers.

Kira-Kira

Ages 12–15 · 2004

A sister's illness challenges Katie to find hope in a world that seems to dim without her light.

Polly Diamond and the Magic Book

Ages 6–9 · 2018

A girl discovers a magical book that brings her imagination to life

Two Naomis

Ages 8–12 · 2016

Two girls must navigate their parents' new relationship and redefine family.

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