Families who loved I Really Like Slop! by Mo Willems 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 child is facing a new, 'scary' food or struggling to understand a friend's seemingly strange customs. This Elephant and Piggie adventure explores what happens when Piggie offers Gerald a taste of her favorite 'Slop.' While the green, smelly mixture looks revolting to Gerald, the story focuses on his desire to be a good friend by trying something important to Piggie. It is a masterclass in empathy and social bravery for children ages 4 to 8. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's disgust while celebrating the courage it takes to step outside one's comfort zone for the sake of a relationship. The story successfully models how to respect others' tastes even when they differ significantly from our own.