Books like Lily Coyote's New Baby: An Adoption Story
Award winning
The Adoption Angel: A Heartwarming Story for Adopted Children
Sarah E. Lutz, 2023
33 pages
Why to read
Nurtures understanding of adoption in a gentle manner.
Encourages empathy and acceptance among young readers.
Strengthens emotional development with relatable characters.
Offers a comforting narrative for adopted children.

The Adoption Angel: A Heartwarming Story for Adopted Children
Sarah E. Lutz, 2023
Award winning
Surrounded by Love: An Open Adoption Story
Allison Olson, 2022
38 pages
Why to read
Explores open adoption through engaging, heartfelt narrative.
Highlights themes of love, family diversity, and acceptance.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Supports conversations about different family structures.

Surrounded by Love: An Open Adoption Story
Allison Olson, 2022
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
Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Nina Lacour, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diverse family structures warmly and inclusively.
Enhances understanding of separation and reunion.
Encourages emotional expression and resilience.
Supports development of empathy and acceptance.

Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Nina Lacour, 2022
Award winning
Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and personal identity.
Encourages respect for oneself and others.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Inspires confidence and pride in heritage.

Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 2023
Award winning
Lilly's Blueprints: A (IVF) Donor Conception Story for Single Moms By Choice
Sharon Leya, 2022
30 pages
Why to read
Addresses IVF and donor conception topics gently.
Empowers single moms by choice with relatable narrative.
Fosters understanding of diverse family structures.
Promotes inclusivity and acceptance in young readers.

Lilly's Blueprints: A (IVF) Donor Conception Story for Single Moms By Choice
Sharon Leya, 2022
Award winning
The Last Dog: A 'tail' of adoption for a dog and a boy
Liane Joly, 2022
25 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming story combining friendship with pet adoption.
Encourages empathy and understanding towards animals.
Enhances emotional development through relatable narrative.
Captivating illustrations engage and delight young readers.

The Last Dog: A 'tail' of adoption for a dog and a boy
Liane Joly, 2022
Award winning
Me, My Dad and the End of the Rainbow
Benjamin Dean, 2021
352 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of diversity and acceptance.
Encourages understanding of LGBTQ+ community.
Develops empathy through engaging storytelling.
Inspires adventure and family bonding.

