
Title
Just the Way We Are
Author
Shirvington, Jessica
Illustrator
Robertson, Claire
Publisher
HarperCollins
Published Date
2015
Annotation
This light-hearted picture book celebrates families of different shapes and sizes. Each child’s family is made up of different cultures and compositions. Jack lives with his Mum. Izzy is part of a foster family. Henry’s parents are separated. Chiara has two Dads and Anna and her parents live with her Grandpa. The conclusion is that each family is perfect just the way they are.
Key Concepts
Cross cultural relations, Cultural traditions, Family, Relationships
Audience
Lower primary
AC Links/EYLF
English, EYLF Outcome 1, EYLF Outcome 2, EYLF Outcome 3, EYLF Outcome 4, EYLF Outcome 5, ACELA1475, ACELT1594, ACELT1596, ACELT1599, ACELA1487, ACELA1498, ACELT1602, ACELT1603, ACELT1605