About This Book
Catherine and Laurence Anholt's Big Book of Families is a delightful collection of short poems and illustrated vignettes that lovingly portray the many facets of family life. Through simple, engaging text and warm artwork, it introduces children to various family members, roles, and the everyday joys and connections that bind them. This book is perfect for sparking conversations about what family means, celebrating individual relationships, and reassuring children about their place within their own unique family structure. It's an excellent resource for promoting empathy and understanding of diverse family dynamics, making it suitable for children aged 4 to 11.
Poems, letters, and illustrations celebrate the entire family, including grandmothers fathers, sisters, and brothers.
Discussion Prompts
1
Who are the people in your family? What do you love most about them?
2
What are some special things you do with your grandparents, parents, or siblings?
3
How is your family similar to or different from the families in the book?
4
What does 'family' mean to you?
5
If you could write a poem about your family, what would it be about?
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