The Great Big Book of Families
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2010

The Great Big Book of Families

By Mary Hoffman, Ros Asquith (Illustrator)

Part of the The Great Big Book series

Explore the vibrant tapestry of family life across the globe.

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40 pages
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Dive into a colorful world where every family is unique. Discover homes, holidays, and heartfelt moments that define family life. With each page, explore the diverse ways families live, love, and laugh together. From quirky pets to cherished traditions, this book celebrates the beautiful variety of family experiences. What makes your family special?

From the publisher

This fun and fascinating treasury features all kinds of families and their lives together. Each spread showcases one aspect of home life-from houses and holidays, to schools and pets, to feelings and family trees. Ros Asquith’s humorous illustrations perfectly complement a charming text from the acclaimed Mary Hoffman; kids will love poring over these pages again and again. A celebration of the diverse fabric of kith and kin the world over, The Great Big Book of Families is a great big treat for every family to share.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about cultureBooks about diversityBooks about family historyBooks about AmericaBooks about home
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Book details

Publication
Published
April 14, 2011
First published
March 1, 2010
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780803735163

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