Author(s): Pat Thomas,Lesley Harker
Format: Paperback
No. of Pages: 32
Publisher: Barron's Educational Series
Language: English
Date Published: 2012-10-01
Dimensions: 205.74 x 238.76 x 10.16mm
Publication City/Country: China
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Illustrations: Illustrations, unspecified

This new title in Barron's A First Look At series encourages kids of preschool through early school age to understand and overcome problems that might trouble them in social and family relationships. Written by an experienced psychotherapist and counselor on a level that is always understandable to younger children, this book seeks to promote positive interactions among children, parents, and teachers. Thoughtful text is supplemented with child-friendly color illustrations on every page. A two-page How to Use This Book section for parents and teachers appears at the back of each book. This is My Family takes a child's point of view in its discussion of same-sex marriage. Its message is intended both for children of gay or lesbian parents, as well as for the kids and parents of the children's friends and playmates.