Books Like Adèle & Simon
Families who loved Adèle & Simon by Barbara McClintock often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Adèle & Simon by Barbara McClintock 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 you find yourself constantly reminding your child to grab their hat or when your morning routine is stalled by a hunt for missing shoes. Adele & Simon is a beautifully illustrated journey through early 20th-century Paris that transforms the frustration of forgetfulness into an opportunity for patience and observation. As Simon leaves a trail of belongings across the city, his older sister Adele remains a calm, steady guide rather than a scolding authority figure. It is a masterclass in sibling grace and unconditional love. Parents will appreciate the historical detail and the way it validates the distracted nature of childhood while modeling a gentle, supportive way to handle minor mishaps. The book serves as both a delightful seek-and-find game and a calming reassurance that being a bit messy or forgetful does not make a child any less loved.
