Families who loved Peppa Pig and the Backyard Circus by Neville Astley 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 bursting with energy and looking for a creative way to play with friends or siblings. It is the perfect choice for a rainy afternoon or a weekend morning when you want to inspire independent, imaginative play without needing a screen or expensive toys. The story follows Peppa and her friends as they visit Grandpa Pig's house and decide to put on a circus using everyday items like a cardboard box and a bucket. Beyond the fun of the performance, the book gently models teamwork, resourcefulness, and the joy of creating something from scratch. It is perfectly suited for toddlers and preschoolers who are beginning to navigate social play and group projects. By the end of the story, parents can use Peppa's example to encourage their own little ones to look around the house for props and stage their own backyard production.
