Family

Owl Babies

Author: Martin Waddell Illustrator: Patrick Benson

Interest level: 3-7

Reading age: 6+

This reassuring and stunningly illustrated book tackles the subject of temporary separation - a situation which all children are l…

My Dad

Author: Anthony Browne

Interest level: 4-8

Reading age: 6+

A young boy proudly describes his father (a big, friendly, unshaven dad, sporting an old dressing gown).

There's a House Inside My Mummy

Author: Giles Andreae Illustrator: Vanessa Cabban

Interest level: 2-7

Reading age: 6+

This is just the book to explain to inquisitive children what going on inside mum during pregnancy.

Is That Your Mama?

Author: Patrice Lawrence and Diane Ewen

Interest level: 4-5

Reading age: 2-3

Josie doesn’t look like her mum, and  worries that she should. But her family show her that all families are different, and a…

Best of All: The Magical Mix That’s You

Author: Smriti Halls Illustrator: Chaaya Prabhat

Interest level: 4-5

Reading age:

This joyful picture book celebrates what makes us who we are, from the qualities we inherit from family to our cultural heritage a…

My Mum

Author: Anthony Browne

Interest level: 2+

Reading age: 6+

All small children love their mums and in this colourful and entertaining picture book, Anthony Browne explains exactly why.

What Does Daddy Do?

Author: Rachel Bright

Interest level: 3+

Reading age: 7+

One day at nursery, the children begin to discuss what their daddies do - which gets Daisy wondering about her own Daddy.

I Love My Mummy

Author: Giles Andreae Illustrator: Emma Dodd

Interest level: 2+

Reading age: 6+

What is it about Mummies that makes them so lovable and so very special?

I Like It When

Author: Mary Murphy

Interest level: 1-4

Reading age: 5+

A touching and heart-warming book, illustrated in dramatic primary colours.

That's Not My Baby...

Author: Fiona Watt Illustrator: Rachel Wells

Interest level: 0+

Reading age: 0+

This book is full of bright pictures with touch-and feel patches.

My Big Brother JJ

Author: Odette Elliott Illustrator: Patrice Aggs

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Reading age:

This book features a great relationship between a young girl and her much older sibling.

Peace At Last

Author: Jill Murphy

Interest level: 3+

Reading age: 6+

The hour is late and Mr Bear is tired. But he just can't sleep - however hard he tries, all he can hear are the noises in the hous…

Full, Full, Full of Love

Author: Trish Cooke Illustrator: Paul Howard

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Reading age:

• This great book is all about a boy and his Grannie.

• The warm story is a real celebration of family.

• Gorgeous pictures shine w…

Sometimes

Author: Emma Dodd

Interest level: 1-4

Reading age:

This is a warm book about unconditional love. A perfect book for encouraging children to do what they want with reassuring support…

Share!

Author: Anthea Simmons

Interest level: 2+

Reading age: 4+

Georgie Birkett beautifully captures the expressions of both big sister and baby brother in this funny and endearing picture book …

I’m not cute!

Author: Jonathan Allen

Interest level: 3+

Reading age: 5+

Baby Owl is fed up. In fact, he’s furious. He sets off for a walk in the woods but kangaroo, fox and squirrel won’t le…

And Tango Makes Three

Author: Justin Richardson & Peter Parnell Illustrator: Henry Cole

Interest level: 3-7

Reading age: 5+

Roy and Silo are two boy penguins who live in the zoo in New York's Central Park. This is a really delightful story and the messag…

Aunt Amelia

Author: Rebecca Cobb

Interest level: 3+

Reading age: 6+

'We were in a bad mood. Aunt Amelia was coming to look after us. We didn't know who Aunt Amelia was and we didn't want looking aft…

Daddy is My Hero

Author: Dawn Richards and Jane Massey

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Fantasy, fun and fancy dress in this tender and touching tribute to heroic Dads!

Miffy and the New Baby

Author: Dick Bruna Translator: Tony Mitton

Interest level: 2-5

Reading age:

Miffy's mummy and daddy have some very exciting news, Miffy is going to be a big sister!

Grandma

Author: Jessica Shepherd

Interest level: 3+

Reading age: 4+

This is a sensitive and touching picture book that helps young children understand dementia.

I Love You More And More

Author: Nicky Benson Illustrator: Jonny Lambert

Interest level: 3-5

Reading age:

Bear and Cub love roaming through their world. And as they roam, Bear explains how much she loves Cub. The deceptively simple rhym…

Kiss it Better

Author: Smriti Prasadam-Halls Illustrator: Sarah Massini

Interest level: 3-5

Reading age:

Mummy bear shares plenty of kisses with her cubs, each one carrying a special message of love, in this heart-warming tale with del…

Roots of Love

Author: Sarah Asuquo Illustrator: Ruthine Burton

Interest level: 4-5

Reading age:

Tia’s parents are separating, and she doesn’t know how to feel about it. A sensitively told book, with lovely illustrations, that …

Always Your Stepmum

Author: Stephanie Stansbie Illustrator: Tatiana Kamshilina

Interest level: 4-5

Reading age:

Written in the voice of a loving stepmum, this is a warm hug of a book. This would be a good book to read with a child whose famil…