Books Like Not Exactly the Same!
Families who loved Not Exactly the Same! by Grace Lin 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 Not Exactly the Same! by Grace Lin 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 feeling overshadowed by a sibling or frustrated by being constantly compared to a peer. While Ling and Ting are identical twins who share matching clothes and a heritage, their six short stories hilariously prove that looking the same does not mean being the same. Through gentle humor, Grace Lin explores how individual quirks, like a messy haircut or a preference for certain foods, define our unique identities. Perfect for early readers aged 4 to 8, this book serves as a reassuring hug for any child carving out their own space in a family or classroom. It moves beyond the surface level of physical appearance to celebrate the internal differences that make us who we are. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's need for autonomy while maintaining a warm, supportive sibling bond.
