Books Like Same, Same but Different
Families who loved Same, Same but Different by Jenny Sue Kostecki-Shaw 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 Same, Same but Different by Jenny Sue Kostecki-Shaw 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 starts noticing differences in how others live or expresses curiosity about friends in far-away places. It is a perfect tool for expanding a young child's worldview without making the lesson feel like a lecture. Through a vibrant pen-pal exchange between Elliott in America and Kailash in India, the story highlights that while our surroundings and languages may vary, the core experiences of childhood, like playing with pets, going to school, and loving our families, are universal. This book nurtures empathy and curiosity, making it ideal for children ages 4 to 8. It moves beyond simple 'tolerance' to celebrate the joy of finding a mirror in someone who at first seems like a stranger. Parents will appreciate the beautiful mixed-media art that mirrors a child's own creative expression, encouraging kids to see their own lives as a story worth sharing.
