Books Like Big Little
Families who loved Big Little by Leslie Patricelli 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 Big Little by Leslie Patricelli often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
A parent would reach for this book when their toddler begins noticing the physical scale of the world, often during that transition where they realize they are 'big' compared to a toy but 'little' compared to a grown-up. It is a perfect tool for early language development, helping children categorize their environment through the lens of size and relativity. Leslie Patricelli's iconic, bald baby protagonist guides readers through joyful comparisons, from ladybugs and elephants to chairs and mountains. The book is celebratory and humorous, emphasizing that whether something is large or small, it can be an object of wonder. It is ideal for children aged 0 to 3 who are just starting to grasp basic math concepts and opposites, providing a bilingual experience that supports early literacy in both English and Spanish.
