Books like All About Families
Award winning
New Baby Coming, New Baby Here
Sheryl Smiley-Oliphant, 2020
36 pages
Why to read
Addresses sibling rivalry with warmth and understanding.
Encourages emotional development through family-centric storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with simple, impactful language.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering family bonds.

New Baby Coming, New Baby Here
Sheryl Smiley-Oliphant, 2020
Award winning
There Was Another: A Book for Siblings After the Loss of a Twin/Multiple Baby
Laura Camerona, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Sensitive handling of complex sibling grief issues.
Encourages emotional expression and healing in children.
Supports understanding of loss within a family context.
Reassuring tone, comforting for both child and parent.

There Was Another: A Book for Siblings After the Loss of a Twin/Multiple Baby
Laura Camerona, 2023
Award winning
I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers self-expression and identity exploration.
Fosters conversations on diversity and acceptance.
Encourages understanding of unique personal backgrounds.
Illustrations that captivate and engage young readers.

I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
Award winning
Big Brother, Little Brother: A Sibling Connection Book
Dana M. Wilson, 2023
28 pages
Why to read
Strengthens sibling bonds through engaging storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding between brothers.
Enhances social skills with real-life relationship insights.
Fun, heartwarming read for young children.

Big Brother, Little Brother: A Sibling Connection Book
Dana M. Wilson, 2023
Award winning
My Heart Full of All: A Diverse, Multiracial, Inclusive and Multicultural Picture Book for Children
Jia Shao, 2022
39 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity through engaging, colorful illustrations.
Introduces kids to multiculturalism with a warm approach.
Encourages inclusion and acceptance among young readers.
Enhances empathy and global awareness through storytelling.

My Heart Full of All: A Diverse, Multiracial, Inclusive and Multicultural Picture Book for Children
Jia Shao, 2022
Award winning
Growing Our Hearts: New Baby, New Groove
Alishea Jurado, Frank Jurado, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores sibling dynamics with warmth and empathy.
Illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages understanding and acceptance of family changes.
Supports emotional development and empathy building.

Growing Our Hearts: New Baby, New Groove
Alishea Jurado, Frank Jurado, 2023
Award winning
Born Ready: The True Story of a Boy Named Penelope
Jodie Patterson, Charnelle Pinkney Barlow, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates individuality and acceptance.
Encourages understanding diverse identities and expressions.
Inspires courage and resilience in adversity.
Family bonding through meaningful discussions.

Born Ready: The True Story of a Boy Named Penelope
Jodie Patterson, Charnelle Pinkney Barlow, 2021
Award winning
Plátanos Are Love
Alyssa Reynoso-Morris, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage through vibrant storytelling.
Enhances language skills and emotional understanding.
Supports early childhood cognitive and social development.
Engaging narrative that fosters family bonding.

