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First Look At Books

In order from My Family's Changing to I See Things Differently.

The First Look At series is a set of 8 picture books by Pat Thomas, published between 1998 and 2014. Written for ages 2–8, most books run about 30 pages.

My Family's Changing
I Miss You
Stop Picking on Me
Don't Call Me Special
My Amazing Body
Is It Right to Fight?
The Skin I'm In
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

My Family's Changing
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$799
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 1998

My Family's Changing

By Pat Thomas, Lesley Harker (Illustrator)

A child's journey through the confusion of family divorce.

29 pages· 932 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
Hardcover
Summary: In this insightful picture book, a young child navigates the emotional turmoil of their parents' divorce. As fears and questions arise, interactive sidebars invite readers to explore their own feelings. Can understanding bring comfort amidst the chaos? Vivid illustrations and gentle guidance offer a path through the storm.
The complete set

First Look At Series

8 books · Published 1998–2014

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$799

My Family's Changing

Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 1998

A child's journey through the confusion of family divorce.

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$799

I Miss You

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2000

A gentle guide for kids to understand death and grief.

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$799

Stop Picking on Me

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2000

Discover ways to face bullying and find support.

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$858

My Amazing Body

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2001

Discover how kids can make healthy choices and understand their body's resilience.

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$759

Is It Right to Fight?

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2003

Discover how kids can turn anger into peace and resolve conflicts calmly.

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$858

The Skin I'm In

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2003

Empower children to embrace differences and confront racism with understanding.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the First Look At series?

There are 8 books in the First Look At series. It began with My Family's Changing in 1998, and the newest book, I See Things Differently, was published in 2014.

What ages are the First Look At books best for?

The series is best for ages 2–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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