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40 pp.
| Dial |
April, 2011 |
TradeISBN 978-0-8037-3516-3$16.99
(3)
K-3
Illustrated by
Ros Asquith.
While not actually "big" in physical dimension, this overview is vast with purpose: to recognize and validate a range of family configurations. Each two-page spread ("Homes," "Jobs," etc.) features simple, generally upbeat (though occasionally sobering--"Some small families live in big houses...And some people can't find anywhere to live") text. No matter the mood, Asquith's illustrations give every vignette a light touch.