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My Family, Your Family

There is no one way to have a family and no right way to be a family. 
 
My Family, Your Family is a powerful non-fiction book that focuses on what makes a family, explores how different families come together and celebrates the idea that every family is unique. 
 
Specifically written by producer, educator and consultant, Laura Henry-Allain, My Family, Your Family aims to help children and adults have meaningful discussions on family and belonging in an accessible and approachable way. 
 
Other books from Ladybird that celebrate our diverse world include: 
My Skin, Your Skin: Let's talk about race, racism and empowerment 
I Am, You Are: Let's talk about disability, individuality and empowerment 
 
Selected for Book Trust’s Great Book Guide 2024-2025

My Family, Your Family is a powerful non-fiction book that discuss what makes a family, explores how different families come together and celebrates the idea that every family is unique. 
 
This accessible non-fiction book has been specifically written producer, educator and consultant, Laura Henry-Allain, to help children and adults have meaningful discussions on family and belonging.

Let's talk about race, racism and empowerment

My Skin, Your Skin

My Skin Your Skin is a powerful book to help children and adults have meaningful discussions about race and anti-racism. Most importantly, the book empowers children to be the best versions of themselves; to have self-love, self-esteem and self-worth, irrespective of their skin colour. 
 
This book was specifically written by producer, educator and consultant, Laura Henry-Allain MBE, to support parents, teachers and carers to explain what racism is, why it is wrong, and what children can do if they see it or experience it. It also explores how important it is for children to celebrate their achievements and greatness. 
 
Fully-illustrated throughout by talented illustrator Onyinye Iwu, My Skin, Your Skin is aimed at children aged four and above. 
 
Containing explanations on key words and concepts written in child-friendly, accessible language, with relatable examples, this book supports children's understanding in building an anti-racist stance from an early age. 
 
It is perfect to read at home, and in classrooms, to support your child's life-long learning journey.

My Skin, Your Skin is a powerful book to help children and adults have meaningful discussions about race and anti-racism. Most importantly, the book empowers children to be the best versions of themselves; to have self-love, self-esteem and self-worth, irrespective of their skin colour. 
 
This book was specifically written by producer, educator and consultant, Laura Henry-Allain MBE, to support parents, teachers and carers to explain what racism is, why it is wrong, and what children can do if they see it or experience it. It also explores how important it is for children to celebrate their achievements and greatness. 
 
Fully-illustrated throughout by talented illustrator Onyinye Iwu, My Skin, Your Skin is aimed at children aged four and above. 
 
Containing explanations on key words and concepts written in child-friendly, accessible language, with relatable examples, this book supports children's understanding in building an anti-racist stance from an early age. 
 
It is perfect to read at home, and in classrooms, to support your child's life-long learning journey. 
 
This is the first in a series of titles dealing with difficult and complex topics, digested for very young children, to help them navigate the world around them.