Children’s Book Reviews
In a world filled with children’s books, it can sometimes feel overwhelming to find those which reflect your family and your lives.
We have done some of the ground-work for you.
Here you will find books in which breastfeeding , babywearing and family beds are normalised. Books to help toddlers on the journey to weaning. Books for children with big feelings and books about living your best life, whatever that looks like. Families come in all shapes and sizes and here you will see them in all their diversity. We have found books showing children growing up around the world and books showing families navigating big changes.
We have stories which honour the land on which we live and the people who have lived here for tens of thousands of years - and those who have recently arrived. And we have books about the wonderful planet we share, the challenges it faces and the ways we can help. We have books about the beginning of life … and the end and all the stages in between. Books for babies about their world and books for teens as it changes around them.
We love exploring books for children and the adults raising them to share and to enjoy in quiet moments.
We hope you enjoy them too.
My Daddy is Different
This heartfelt picture book tells the story of a child whose father is transgender. With simple language and warm illustrations, it explains that while some things may change on the outside, the love between a parent and child remains the same. The story affirms identity, family, and unconditional acceptance.
My Daddies
This joyful rhyming story follows a young child as they describe their two dads and the magical adventures they dream up together. Whether flying through space or exploring the jungle, the story highlights love, imagination, and the strength of a family built on connection.
The Girl With Two Dads
When a new girl named Matilda joins Pearl’s class, Pearl is curious—Matilda has two dads! As they become friends, Pearl realises that there’s nothing unusual about Matilda’s family at all. In fact, her dads are just like any other parents—loving, supportive, and sometimes even a bit embarrassing.