Families who loved Abby Flies by Sesame Workshop often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your toddler is frustrated by their physical limitations or feels envious of an older sibling's abilities. It is a perfect choice for those moments when a child says, I want to do that too! about a task that is simply not safe or possible for their age yet. In this short story, Abby Cadabby uses her magic to fly, leaving Elmo wishing he could join her in the clouds. Through their interaction, children see that while everyone has different skills, we can still find joy in our friends' successes. It is an ideal first reader for ages 1 to 4, using familiar Sesame Street characters to normalize feelings of comparison while maintaining a cheerful, supportive tone.