What a beautiful book about friendship, diversity, and acceptance. Equalizing all the characters by making them children born on the same day was a genius idea. I adore the art style so much. This is the type of book I would buy to reread to my kid at night. This is a must read for all parents to the next generation!

Nine little babies are all born on the same day and live in the same neighborhood. They come from different races, incomes and family types. But the focus is on how they are all similar. It is a lesson on inclusivity. They all can enjoy the pool, art, making plans and being friends. I liked the cheery illustrations and thought this can easily be enjoyed by younger grades or read to pre-schoolers.

9 Little People is a cute story with beautiful illustrations. Written in a rhymes, the story is easy to read and engaging for kids. It follows nine children's from birth through childhood showing how they are both a lot a like but also each one unique in their own way.

What a cute little book!!!

Thank you to for the chance to read an early copy of this.

First of all, I really appreciated the art style of this book. For a time where AI art is such a plague, this was just so so refreshing to see. Second, I thought the book was really cute. It was a cute little book highlighting friendships and the different lives each children had. They were also all unique in their own way, which was great because it applies to a large audience. Kids who read this book will see themselves and that's beautiful. I also thought the little message at the end was really sweet as well.

Overall a nice feel good book, would recommend!

Thank you to NetGalley and NorthSouth Books for an advanced copy of this book.

There are a lot of things I appreciate about this book. I love the author's intention behind choosing to feature nine children rather than ten. The artwork is beautiful and soothing while still encouraging engagement and exploration. The gentle approach of presenting a diverse group of individuals and families was done in a lovely way that did not come across as bombastic or preachy.

However, there were some aspects of the book that left me feeling confused. Some of the language choices were odd - in particular: "9 little people would burp more if they could." Another issue for me was the presence of some perceived inconsistencies when attempting to track specific children and families across the pages; at times it was difficult to identify the "featured 9" amidst rotating familial adults and what I assume were other siblings. I could probably figure it out if I went back and studied each figure intently, but I don't think that should be necessary for this type of book.

Overall, a sweet book but not one that I would go out of my way to recommend.

I thought this was pretty cute overall. I was pleased with the inclusion and diversity, as I am a mother of a special needs kiddo. The idea is tad overdone I think but the intention was there. The illustrations are beautiful and I enjoyed the fruit page the best! Also the authors note in the back was a little odd at the beginning…. #campnetgalley

While the pictures are really cute, I found the story not really outstanding. Like… there are already many books alike. The idea of diversity is nice, but I think we should stay to what we are created for. Would it be confusing for children to see mothers in a family? Wouldn’t it be so unnatural to have little people that way? #CampNetGalley

This book reminds me of 10 Little Fingers and 10 Little Toes. It has the same idea of inclusion. I really enjoyed the illustrations they were absolutely gorgeous. I thought it was a bit long for a children’s book. Maybe an older child would enjoy it, but then I worry that the concept would be too repetitive.

Nine children are born on the same day and grow up together. They have different families, different traditions, and different abilities. They're all complete, and they can all be friends.

This book is gently inclusive and very playful. Alongside the children, we get to see the many ways that people might be different as well as the ways we're all the same. I appreciate the idea that everyone belongs, no matter what they look like or where their families come from. There's not much of a plot, but I think this would be a fun circle time or bedtime book.

Thank you to NetGalley and NorthSouth Books for this ARC. All opinions are my own.

Loved the pictures, beautifully drawn with amazing use of colour. Loved the fact is feels like everyone is united, involved and part of a team.

I love the illustrator's style of art. It is very pretty and aesthetic. The art also had a modern feel to it which I really liked. I got the idea that the kids lived in the city and I thought that the art matched the book really well in that sense.

The writing was great. I loved how this book rhymed. I think the
rhyming will appeal to kids who read it with their family. It was also very cute how it told the story of all of the kids growing up together.

This story is about 9 kids who are born the same day. It talks about how each of the kids are unique in their own way and how that is beautiful along with their friendship. It shows what the kids do in their days and how beautiful their lives are.

I recommend this book to anyone who has kids and loves diverse books that focus on friendship and family. It is a beautiful book with wonderful art and rhymes.

A sweet illustrated story of diversity and inclusion!

I loved seeing all of the diversity between the kids and the mom as well. The illustrations are beautiful as well. The writing is very simple, easy to follow but the message of it all is big in heart.

Perfect for any library! Thank you NetGalley, NorthSouth Books and Regina Feldmann for the ARC in exchange of an honest review.

A very sweet book that showcases how every little one is different in their own way while also emphasizing the similarities between the 9 characters. The retro-ish artwork is beautiful!

The art in colors in this were so pretty. I read this with my 5 year old and almost 2 year old. They seemed to enjoy it. I thought ot was cute to show them the story of the 9 babys born at the same time to dofferent families, and cultures and how, no matter what they were able to come together and be friends. No matter the life situation. Super cute!

Omg what a sweet book with an endearing message from the author! I loved this and it reminded me so much of my mommy and me group = we spent so much time together with our little babies and it felt so right. I loved this book and want to buy it for every mom in my life. LOVE.

This is a sweet, heartwarming book parents can read to their kiddos before bedtime. It's short, simple text is probably best for kids <2 years. The best part for me were the illustrations showing diverse families. It's clear a lot of thought went into it.

This was sweet and so cute. I love the message of inclusivity and celebrating differences. This would be great book to read at nap time.

This had to be the cutest book, I read it to my grand baby and he just loved it. and it definitely something I would keep for the future when my kids have kids to express the knowledge.

This was a cute read. My two year old had me read it to him several times, so its safe to say that he loved this story. The artwork captured my attention the most. It reminded me of a lot of the books I read when I was younger.

Thank you for the ARC! Five stars from me and my little one

3.5 "super sweet and inclusive" stars !!

Thank you to Netgalley, the author and illustrator and NorthSouth books. This will be released September 2025. I am providing an honest review.

This is a sweet, affirming and inclusive book of multiculturalism, different types of families and all types of abilities. An urban utopia if you wish... lovely illustrations....for children ages 3 to 5. Fun rhyming prose and gentle illustrations.