Family and Me

By Author / Illustrator

Michaela Dias-Hayes

Genre

Friends and family

Age range(s)

Publisher

Owlet Press

ISBN

9781913339395

Format

Paperback / softback

Published

14-07-2022

Synopsis

A joyful book that shows children how their wonderful features, traits and heritage can be lovingly passed down from biological and chosen family members. As a young girl explores the idea of her family tree, she notices all the beautiful physical features she has inherited from her black and south Asian family lines. Not only that, she realises how their love and nurture bring our shared interests, passions and personality traits. From Nanny's nose for a good recipe, to Grandpa's melanin skin, a sense of belonging and pride rings through in the most pure and joyful way.

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Reviews

Family and Me by Michaela Dias-Hayes is a gentle read which takes the reader through the connections of a little girl to here family. Each trait of the main character has a similarity to each family member, from daddy's smile to grandpa's glowing skin. Such a lovely way to introduce young children to the idea that we gain all our characteristics from our parents, who inherit from their parents. The textured front cover with the main character's picture depicts a glorious celebration of her beautiful hair. Each illustration has carefully thought out detail to show the links between the family members, making it a super discussion point with little ones- who are you like in your family? Recommended for ages 4+

Picture book / Reviewed by Sharon Porter, teacher