All Families are Special
All Families are Special by Norma Simon is an illustrated book published by Albert Whitman in 2003. This 32-page work is presented in English and explores the diverse nature of families through the eyes of a classroom of students. As Mrs. Mack prepares to become a grandmother, her students begin to share their own family stories, highlighting the unique structures and experiences that make each family special.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of family dynamics represented in this book, including themes of adoption, divorce, and multigenerational living. The narrative encourages children to appreciate the variety of family situations, from Sarah’s journey to China to adopt her sister to Christopher’s experience of navigating his parents’ divorce. With relatable characters and engaging storytelling, this book serves as a valuable resource for discussions about family diversity in educational settings.
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Winner of a Parent’s Guide Children’s Media Award
No two families are the same, but every family is special.
When Mrs. Mack says she will soon be a grandmother, her students realize that teachers have families just like they do! Suddenly everyone in the class wants to share information about his or her own unique family. Sarah tells of flying to China with her parents where they adopted her sister, Rachel. Christopher tells about his parents’ divorce. They are still a family, but now he and his brother spend a few days every week at their dad’s apartment. Nick lives with his parents, five siblings, and his grandparents―they need to order three large pizzas for dinner! And Hannah tells how she loves to garden with her two mommies.
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