Books like Roots of Love: Families Change, Love Remains
I Love You, Cockatoo!
Sarah Asuquo, Sarah Aspinall, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with colorful, captivating illustrations.
Strengthens emotional bonds through expressive animal characters.
Encourages empathy and love through heartfelt storytelling.
Supports language development and early reading skills.
I Love You, Cockatoo!
Sarah Asuquo, Sarah Aspinall, 2022
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.
Plátanos Are Love
Alyssa Reynoso-Morris, 2023
Award winning
Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
160 pages
Why to read
Captivating storyline celebrating milestones and growth.
Characters exhibit realistic emotions and decisions.
Enhances understanding of friendship and sharing.
Supports social skills development through engaging narrative.
Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
Award winning
Becoming A Big Sister: Blessings From Above
Ona Erike, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers siblings embracing new family roles.
Highlights the joys and challenges of sisterhood.
Fosters empathy and responsibility in young readers.
Colorful illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
Becoming A Big Sister: Blessings From Above
Ona Erike, 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
All About Families
Felicity Brooks, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores diverse family structures and relationships. - Encourages acceptance and understanding of differences. - Enhances social and emotional development. - Ideal for family bonding through shared reading.
All About Families
Felicity Brooks, 2023
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
I Love You More Than You'll Ever Know
Leslie Odom Jr., Nicolette Robinson, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Expresses deep parental love through charming illustrations.
Strengthens emotional understanding and empathy in children.
Encourages bonding during shared reading sessions.
Reassuring for children, instills security.
