2003
WISE Score
A neon-bright, joyful celebration of every kind of family—from those with two moms to those who eat macaroni in the bathtub.
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If you're looking for a foundational book for a home library, this is it. It’s been around since 2003, but it hasn't aged a day because its message—that families are defined by love rather than structure—is timeless.
It’s short, bright, and weird in all the right ways (like the family that likes to hug their pets). It’s the kind of book that makes a kid feel safe and seen, regardless of what their dinner table looks like.
Perfect for the 2–6 crowd. Toddlers love the colors, and preschoolers actually start to grasp the 'everyone is different' message.
It is a masterclass in kindness and acceptance. The tone is relentlessly positive, focusing on the universal thread of love that connects all family types without a hint of cynicism.
Todd Parr's signature art style—neon colors, thick black outlines, and quirky details like families that 'look like their dogs'—encourages kids to see the world through a playful, non-literal lens.
This is as safe as media gets. There is zero scary or inappropriate content; even the 'scary' things mentioned (like being sad) are handled with immediate comfort.
It builds essential social-emotional strands by normalizing diversity. It teaches empathy and helps kids recognize that while families look different, the 'job' of a family is the same everywhere.
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