There are so many different types of families, and THE FAMILY BOOK celebrates them all in a funny, silly, and reassuring way. Parr includes adopted families, step-families, one-parent families, and families with two parents of the same sex, as well as the traditional nuclear family. His quirky humor and bright, childlike illustrations will make children feel good about their families. Parents and teachers can use this book to encourage children to talk about their families and the different kinds of families that exist. Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

An all-inclusive look at a diverse array of families, The Family Book is the latest by Todd Parr. The book's simple statements of tolerance and love are accompanied by Parr's equally simple, bright-hued illustrations bordered by a thick black line. Parr runs the gamut of potential familial situations, from families that live far apart to those with "two moms or two dads," conveying the message that no matter what little differences makes each unique, a family's love for each other is what really matters. Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information. From: Reed Elsevier Inc. Copyright Reed Business Information

PreS-Gr 2-As he did in The Mommy Book and The Daddy Book (both Little, Brown, 2002), Parr introduces children to an array of families. Whimsical illustrations featuring neon colors and figures outlined in black show big ones and small ones, and families that look alike and relatives who look just like their pets. The art features both human and animal figures; thus, pigs depict both a family that likes to be clean, and one that likes to be messy. Some families include stepmoms, stepdads, stepsisters, or stepbrothers; some adopt children. Other families have two moms or two dads, while some children have only one parent. Interspersed with the differences among families are the ways they are alike: all like to hug each other, are sad when they lose someone they love, enjoy celebrating special days together, and can help each other to be strong. This concept book celebrating the diversity of family groups is distinguished by its sense of fun.-Marilyn Taniguchi, Beverly Hills Public Library, CA Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information. From: Reed Elsevier Inc. Copyright Reed Business Information

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Todd Parr was born on July 9, 1962. He is the author and illustrator of over 30 children's books and creator of the popular children's television show ToddWorld.

Todd grew up in Rock Springs, Wyoming. In 1995 he moved to San Francisco, California where he pursued a career as an artist. After being rejected by many galleries, Todd showed his artwork at Wolfgang Puck's restaurant Postrio. This exhibit led to him creating merchandise for Macy's and his own children's clothing line.

Todd published his first book in 1998. In 2005 the preschool television show he created, ToddWorld, premiered on TLC and Discovery Kids. He uses bright colors and bold, black outlines to illustrate his books which contain simple messages about acceptance, difference, and empowerment.

Todd's books have won several awards and his TV show, ToddWorld, was nominated for an Emmy.

Todd lives near San Francisco with his dog Bully.

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