Families who loved Sim the Bot and the Kid Engineering Friends by A.D. Largie 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 asking complex questions about what makes them unique or when they feel like an outsider because they process the world differently. It is an ideal choice for children who are highly logical or interested in technology but are beginning to navigate the messy, unpredictable world of human emotions. The story follows Sim, a robot who realizes that having a digital brain doesn't mean he can't experience wonder, loneliness, or joy. It gently bridges the gap between STEM interests and social-emotional growth, helping children see that feelings are a universal part of the 'programming' of life. Parents will appreciate how it validates the internal life of a child who might feel more comfortable with gears than with small talk.
