We Belong Together: a Book about Adoption and Families is written in author-illustrator Todd Parr’s signature style of simple drawings in bright colors with thick black outlines. Some people have commented that Parr’s books seem to really engage toddlers and young preschoolers more than others. I believe the illustrations are a big reason why. (Some people also wish the books were available in board book format, to better survive their young admirers’ intentions.) This book is easily short enough to be enjoyed by toddlers, but older kids will find matter-of-fact reassurance in it as well. (My older kids and I … Continue reading →