Daddy & Dada
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What’s inside...
Families can come in all shapes and sizes, and this heartwarming picture book affirms that no matter what your family looks like, love is the most important part! Hi, I'm Rumi. Some of my friends have one mom and one dad. Some have one mom or one dad. I have two dads. Daddy and Dada. Daddy sings songs with me. Dada reads me stories. Every family is different. And that's pretty cool. This sweet, open-hearted book began as a love letter from authors Ryan Brockington and Isaac Webster to their daughter—and became a joyous celebration of love, family, and acceptance for all to read and share.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-5
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think having two dads might make a family special?
What are some ways that Daddy and Dada show love to their child in the story?
Why do you think it's important to have different kinds of families in books?
How did the story make you feel about the importance of family?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by sharing your own thoughts on the book to set a conversational tone.
Encourage your child to express their ideas and feelings about the story, validating their thoughts.
Facilitate connections between the story and your child’s personal experiences with family and friends.
Discuss the illustrations and how they add depth to the understanding of a loving family dynamic.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Family Diversity
Explanation: Daddy & Dada introduces children to a family structure with two fathers, helping them understand and appreciate diverse family dynamics.
Real-World Application: Children can better recognize, respect, and celebrate different family forms among their friends and community.
Example Lesson: Love and Acceptance
Explanation: The story emphasizes that love and care define a family, not just traditional norms. It promotes acceptance and unconditional love within a family setting.
Real-World Application: Children learn to embrace and value the love and support they receive, regardless of family composition, fostering a sense of security and belonging.
Example Lesson: Communication and Expression
Explanation: Characters in the book openly express their thoughts and feelings, demonstrating effective communication within the family.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to freely express themselves within their families and teaches them the importance of open dialogue.
Example Lesson: Understanding Non-traditional Roles
Explanation: The book portrays fathers engaging in various parenting duties, challenging traditional gender roles in caregiving.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of shared responsibilities at home, promoting adaptability and cooperation.
Example Lesson: Celebrating Uniqueness
Explanation: The story celebrates the unique aspects of the child's family, teaching children to take pride in their own family structure.
Real-World Application: Instills confidence in children about their family backgrounds and encourages them to share their own family stories with others.