“9 Little People” by Regina Feldman was such a cute story, my preschoolers enjoyed. I really like the repetitiveness of the same line throughout the story. It helps with the younger kiddo’s hearing and visually seeing the same words over and over again to learn them. I thought 9 was an odd number to talk about, however the author leaves a note at the end of the story of why 9 was chosen. Well done Regina! 🥰

** Thank you NetGalley, NorthSouth Books Inc., and Regina Feldman for an eARC copy of “9 Little People”.

This is such a wonderful way to start talking with kids about how much we have in common with people even when we are surrounded by a diverse group. It's just beautiful watching the kids growing up together and sharing the world. The illustrations are so lovely and the language is sweet.

This book begins with a colorful line of women who are expecting.
Then as you page through the book you see their children growing from babies to older children. It is a sweet happy book showing how we are alike and yet different.
I think it would be a great conversation starter with a single child or a small group.
Thank you to Net Galley for allowing me to read this book. The opinions are entirely my own.

This heartwarming story about nine children born on the same day in the same neighborhood beautifully captures the magic of friendship and discovery. Following them as they grow up side by side, we see the world through their unique perspectives and shared adventures. The accompanying artwork is colorful and child‑friendly, making the story easy for young readers to follow and interpret. It’s a simple yet touching reminder of how bonds formed in childhood can shape the way we experience life.

Little People with big core values inside

Commonalities and camaraderie amongst youth that began at the same starting line. This book builds a beautiful message that even amongst different circumstances and upbringings at the core these friends enjoy many of the same things.

The illustrations are colorful, pull readers into the moment and create a warm element of friendships. I appreciate that there was diversity included.

I feel this book would be a great conversation starter one on one with a child to foster open conversations. I think this book would make a fabulous addition to a classroom, library and despite no religious elements included, could be a wonderful supplement in a religious small group discussion.

I received a copy of this book from Regina Feldmann and Northsouth Books. I am voluntarily leaving a review. All opinions are my own.

Oh, what a delight it is to read 9 LITTLE PEOPLE! And it's double-y delightful to read it with my observant five-year-old granddaughter, Amelia. While we did have a misfire trying to read the ARC on Kindle (formatting was awful), and she was frustrated at having to read it on my iPad via the NetGalley app, (MIMI, why don't you have this REAL book to hold???), we had a wonderful time reading together.

In 9 LITTLE PEOPLE, Martina Stuhlberger's soft, expressive illustrations are a perfect accompaniment to Regina Feldmann's rhythmic and rhyming text. The combination invites young readers to truly study the pages. My young reader made sure to verify that there are indeed nine little people on each page, and when there wasn't, she was quick to explain that some kids have siblings.

"9 little people make big plans together. 9 little people stay best friends forever."

Since the story progresses from when the babies are bulges in their mommies' tummies to when they're independent children, there are even more opportunities for page-studying and discussion. In 9 LITTLE PEOPLE, readers see children and their adults who celebrate what they have in common and their unique connections that bond them together.

Adults will likely find the author's note in the "Dear Reader" section of interest. It explains the impetus for writing the book, and it's a reminder to place faith and hope in our younger generations.

When Amelia and I finished 9 LITTLE PEOPLE (the second time), I asked her to give me a thumbs up or a thumbs down to buying the hardcover edition. She gave me TWO thumbs up! Can't get a better recommendation than that.

What a cute little book! The illustrations were so beautiful! I loved the message of friendship and the uniqueness of each little person! This was a super sweet kids read!

What a lovely book! Beautiful illustrations. The book celebrates our differences and commonalities and what brings us together! This book is perfect for teaching an important lesson to the youngest readers. I will purchase for my home. Thank you for the ARC!

9 babies, 8 families, 1 beautiful story of diversity and community.

<b>Overview:</b> 9 babies are born on the same day within the same community. Through the story we watch their different yet similar experiences as they grow.

This is a beautiful book illustrating diverse families and individuals, and how each family leads a full and wonderful life. A great book to explain family diversity to young readers. The artwork is simple and would be great for young readers to replicate on their own - allowing for greater connection both with the story and with their own families through comparison. I loved the diversity of the individual characters illustrated, as each reader has the potential to find themselves within.

<b>Publishing: September 2, 2025</b>

Thank you to NetGalley and NorthSouth Books Inc. for the opportunity to read this book for an honest review.


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This was pretty nice overall. The bright, colorful illustrations really stood out and I liked how it touched on inclusion and diversity in a simple, meaningful way. That said, I just wish it left more of a lasting impression. With a stronger emotional hook or standout moment, it could’ve been something really special.

If you're looking for a sweet, joyful children's book to add to your child's library or a classroom, this is the one. With a cast od diverse characters all born on the same day but with different backgrounds and lives, they all live happily together in a way reminiscent to 90s television, filled with hope and collaboration.

📚 Title: 9 Little People
👧👦 Recommended Age: 4-8
📖 Format: Netgalley

📝 Quick Summary:

9 Little People by Regina Feldmann, illustrated by Martina Stuhlberger, is a lyrical, rhyming picture book for early elementary readers. It lovingly follows nine children born on the same day as they grow up together—experiencing friendship, family differences, and shared milestones.


💖 What I Loved:

I loved that it was really inspiring. It was also very thought-provoking. I can't really explain it. I mean while there wasn't a lot to the book itself, the message it gave was out of this world.

🌈 Perfect For:

All children.

🧠 Discussion Spark:

How do the children's interactions reflect the emotional impact of trauma, and what does the story suggest about healing through community?

A heartfelt story for littles.all about diversity. The artwork is beautiful and depicts the story wonderfully. My daughter enjoyed listening to me read this to her.

For a heartwarming and delightful read that beautifully reinforces a vital message: we are all more alike than different, look no further than Regina Feldmann's 9 Little People. This sweet book thoughtfully illustrates how, regardless of our diverse families and cultures, our core aspirations as people are remarkably similar. It struck a chord with my children; my youngest, who is still developing reading skills, found it wonderfully simple to navigate, while its clear and impactful message resonated deeply with both of them. The super adorable and engaging illustrations done by Martina Stuhlberger are truly a highlight as well. This book a must-have for any family library.

This is a delightful story about the ways we are alike and the ways we are unique. The drawings are so colorful! The faces of the children were great, it inspired happy feelings to see them interacting together. Love it a lot.

Thank you to NorthSouth Books and NetGalley for allowing me to read and enjoy this book.

How sweet was this read? I loved that it shows 9 friends from the day they were born and growing up and how they stay friends despite having different families and different backgrounds. The artwork was super fun as well.
I’d read more books like this and I’d recommend it.

I will definitely be buying this sweet book for my kids' home library! It's a beautiful way to teach kids how many different people there are in the world, and even in our own neighborhood. We were able to point out similarities and differences but mostly how no matter what, we are all humans who love to enjoy life! I can see my three and six year old kids really thinking about the pictures and words and things we discussed. This book is a great starting point to teaching children about other cultures and families. Also, as an artist myself, I really loved the illustrations in 9 Little People and will be searching out other books by this same illustrator.


Thank you for the ARC!

9 Little People is a children's picture book written by Regina Feldmann and illustrated by Martina Stuhlberger.

Summary: In this sweet little book, nine children are born on the same day. The story then chronicles how each child does things that are similar to the other children (with a few exceptions.)

My Thoughts: I liked this book. In a world full of division, I feel this book does a good job of showing children that people do have things in common, and that we are all more alike than we think.

I also really enjoyed the unusual color palette in this book. It's a very unique color combination, but it really works.

I would like to thank NorthSouth Books Inc. for providing me with a free digital copy of this book in exchange for my review. Thank you!

this was such a cute and quick read.

i read 9 little people with my 7 and 4 year old. my 4 year old loved it so much, she had me read it 3 times in a row. the words are simple and rhyme which allowed my 7 year old to help me read a few lines. (so fun!!!)

the illustrations are stunning. the art style was colorful and eye catching. i found myself wanting to stare at the pages longer than my kids lol.

i love how inclusive + diverse this book is. both my children saw someone who looks like them in this story and that makes my heart so happy.

thank you netgalley and northsouth books for an arc :)

The artwork is adorable, with plenty of rich details that young readers can point out and discuss with their grown-ups. The repetition in the text is great for little ones, though there are a few more challenging words. This could be a double-edged sword, it might make the story harder to understand for kiddos, but it also helps expose them to a broader vocabulary. That said, the text itself feels fairly bland and doesn’t stand out. While the book seems to aim for a message of diversity and acceptance, it skirts around the topic instead of addressing it directly in clear, kid-friendly language.