Book List: Twins and multiples in picture books
Twins, triplets, or more can be a surprise. They also bring something unique to their families and their relationship with each other. Picture books featuring twins and other multiples can be a little scarce, so here are a few recommendations to help celebrate, and understand, their wonderful world.
For information about multiple births, visit the
Australian Multiple Birth Association website.
Lilli-Pilli’s Sister by Anna Branford, illustrated by Linda Catchlove, Walker books, $24.95, 9781921977589.
Tim and Ed by Ursula Dubosarsky, illustrated by Andrew Joyner, Viking, $24.99, 9780670074631.
Peas in a Pod by Tania McCartney, illustrated by Tina Snerling, EK Books, $24.99, 9781921966712.
Hello Twins by Charlotte Voake, Walker Books, 9781844280469.
Two of Everything by Babette Cole, Red Fox, $19.99, 9780099220626.
Cuthbert’s Babies by Pamela Allen, Picture Puffin, $14.95, 9780143500858.
Chimp and Zee by Laurence Anholt, illustrated by Catherine Anholt, Frances Lincoln, $14.95, 9780711221314.
Two is for Twins by Wendy Cheyette Lewison, illustrated by Hiroe Nakata, Viking Children’s Books, 9780670013104.
