Books about Relationships
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
Kristy and Mr. Mom
Ann M. Martin, 1995
154 pages
Why to read
Spotlights family dynamics and teamwork.
Enhances understanding of diverse family roles.
Empowers kids to appreciate household responsibilities.
Stimulates discussion on gender roles and equality.
Kristy and Mr. Mom
Ann M. Martin, 1995
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
Tips on Having a Gay (Ex) Boyfriend
Carrie Jones, 2007
288 pages
Why to read
Explores complex emotions with sensitivity and insight.
Encourages understanding and acceptance of diverse relationships.
Stimulates thoughtful conversations about identity and love.
Offers a heartfelt and affirming narrative.
Tips on Having a Gay (Ex) Boyfriend
Carrie Jones, 2007
Award winning
Mom's Big News
Markevia Mincey, Jeremy Mincey, Journi Mincey, 2021
30 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative introduces family dynamics and change.
Emphasizes communication and emotional expression.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Vibrant illustrations complement heartwarming story.
Mom's Big News
Markevia Mincey, Jeremy Mincey, Journi Mincey, 2021
Award winning
You're the Hugs to My Kisses
Barbara Herndon, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates affection through colorful, engaging illustrations.
Strengthens understanding of emotional expressions.
Encourages parent-child bonding during reading.
Supports early language and reading skills.
You're the Hugs to My Kisses
Barbara Herndon, 2022
Award winning
Family
Isabell Monk, 2001
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and inclusiveness within family dynamics.
Stimulates conversations about cultural differences and similarities.
Strengthens understanding of family, love, and acceptance.
Ideal shared reading for families, enhances bonding.
Family
Isabell Monk, 2001
Award winning
You are an Amazing Boy: A Collection of Inspiring Stories about Courage, Friendship, Inner Strength and Self-Confidence
Nadia Ross, Special Art Stories, 2021
110 pages
Why to read
Inspires courage and self-confidence in boys.
Features relatable, diverse characters modeling positive behaviors.
Encourages understanding of friendship and inner strength.
Engages young readers with captivating, impactful stories.
