Families who loved The Real, True Dulcie Campbell by Cynthia DeFelice 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 expresses feelings of not belonging or begins to daydream about having a more glamorous, different life. This story follows Dulcie Campbell, a young farm girl convinced she is a lost princess. As she sets out to find her 'real' royal family, she discovers that the everyday love and hard work of her farm life are what actually define her. It is a gentle, grounding exploration of identity and self-worth for children aged 4 to 8. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's grand imagination while ultimately celebrating the beauty of being exactly who and where you are. It is an excellent tool for discussing gratitude and the realization that being 'special' doesn't require a crown.