A Tale of Two Mommies

Written by Vanita Oelschlager · Illustrated by Mike Blanc

A boy answers curious questions about having two mommies.

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40 pages· ~520L

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Bookroo's summary

On a sunny beach, a boy faces curious questions from friends about his two mommies. As he shares who helps with fishing or finding a lost kitty, a heartwarming glimpse into his loving, non-traditional family unfolds. Through playful exchanges, the children explore the everyday adventures and challenges of growing up in a nurturing environment. What will they discover about family and friendship?

From the publisher

A Tale of Two Mommies is a beach conversation among three children. One boy asks another boy about having two mommies. A young girl listening in asks some questions too.True to a child’s curiosity, practical questions follow. Which mom is there when you want to go fishing? / Which mom helps out when Kitty goes missing? To which he answers: Mommy helps when I want to go fishing. / Both Mommies help when Kitty goes missing.A Tale of Two Mommies is an illustrated picture book intended for 4-8 year olds. This book lets us look inside one non-traditional family, a same-sex couple and their son. As the children talk, it’s clear this boy lives in a nurturing environment where the biggest issues are the everyday challenges of growing up.

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