Sisters

By David McPhail

The classic children’s book celebrating the joys and challenges of sisterhood—with the author’s illustrations newly hand-colored.

Sisters are different in so many ways, and alike in many more. But there is one heartfelt way in which they are most alike—they love each other so very much.

David McPhail's classic tale chronicles the ups and down that bring two young sisters closer than ever before. A favorite with sisters of all ages for more than thirty years, this edition features McPhail’s original pen-and-ink illustrations newly hand-colored by John O’Connor.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Open Road Integrated Media
• Release date: Aug 11, 2015
• ISBN: 9780544668645

David McPhail

DAVID McPHAIL is the creator of dozens of wonderful books, including Big Brown Bear's Up and Down Day, Sisters, and Mole Music, a New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Book of the Year. He lives in New Hampshire. www.davidmcphail.com

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Reviews for Sisters

[apetru5 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I really enjoyed this book for two reasons. First, I liked the language that was used because it was simple. It can easily be understood by younger children, who would really benefit from this book if they have a sibling that is different from them and that they don’t always get along with. The language shows simple contrasts and similarities between the two sisters; for example, one page reads, “One liked to get up with the sun, and the other would sleep all day,” and another page reads, “Both liked to bake cookies.” The second reason I liked this book is because of the illustrations. They are essential to the story and engage the reader. I liked how during the section that discussed the differences between the sisters, some illustrations showed them individually, while others showed them together but doing separate activities. This shows the young reader that even though the sisters are different, they still can happily do separate activities together. The illustrations were very endearing, and the last page’s illustration shows the two sisters hugging, with the little sister being picked up by the big sister. The big idea of this book is that even though two people or siblings may have differences, it doesn’t mean that they can’t be friends or love each other. It promotes acceptance, family and friendship.

[slbenne1 · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

Sisters can be different and alike in many ways. McPhail gives readers insight into what being someone's sister can be like. While sisters may feel like they are completely different from one another, with a little effort and an open mind, they can realize how much they are alike. And of course, sisters will share an undeniably love for each other, regardless of their differences and similarities.

[trock33 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

This shares the similarities and differences sisters can have. Always love your sibling, because they are the closest ones you can have that cannot leave your mind. It was a good book about family.

[sadams30 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

My mom gave this book to me and my sister when we were young. We loved it because of how we could see ourselves in the characters. It is wonderful to show the multiple facets of a sister relationship with love for one another at the foundation.