By J. B. Frank, Illustrated by Yu Leng ( Familius LLC – 2021 )
The sights and sounds of the city come alive in a magical way as Lucy waits eagerly for her father to return from work. Watching out the window, Lucy’s view of dogs, bakers, and buses is juxtaposed with her father’s journey through crowds, trains, and finally home to tuck her in.
The best feeling in the world is fitting snugly between the people you love as high as the sky, who love you back as deep as the ocean. When one of them is gone, even for a short little while, the skies turn gray and it’s hard to know where you belong. And when they come back, it can take more than just a hug to fix the empty spot you felt all week – sometimes it takes an entire garden of flowers to turn the skies blue again and make things right.>>>Kaylani Juanita’s books in SHI collection.
Home can be many things ; a window, a doorway, a rug…or a hug. At home, everything always feels the same : comfortable and safe. But sometimes things change, and a home must be left behind. Follow a family as they leave their beloved old home and learn to make a new one in this heartfelt book. >>>Stephanie Parsley Ledyard’s books in SHI collection.
Milly’s Dad has been sent to prison, and at first Milly feels angry and confused. But soon she, Mum and her brother, Sam, go to visit Dad and afterwards a surprise package arrives at home. It’s a cd of all Milly’s favourite animal stories, read specially for her by Dad. At Christmas there’s a party at the prison, with Father Christmas, and in the spring comes the best surprise of all….>>>This story for younger children shows how one family comes through a difficult time of separation, by an author and illustrator with extensive experience of working with prisoners and their families.>>>>Karin Littlewood’s books in SHI collection.
Oscar loves Grandma, and their time together is always lots of fun. As she becomes less able to take care of herself, she has to go into a nursing home. More and more chilren are encountering dementia and its effects on their families. This touching story, told in Oscar’s own words, is a positive and practical tale about the experience. The factual page about dementia helps children talk about their feelings and fine new way to enjoy the changing relationship.
By Norma Simon, Illustrated by Sarah S. Brannen ( Albert Whitman & Company – 2016 )
Families come in all sizes, with all kinds of peoplel. Every family is different. And every family is special. But what makes a family special? It’s the feelings they have about each other – sharing good times and bad times, growing together. People who live together, love together. fight together and make up, work and play with each other, laugh, and cry…together…they are a family. The book reminds you how mch you mean to your family and how much your family means to you. >>> This is the 40th anniversary edition with fresh illustrations and updated text. Norman Simon’s books in SHI collection.
Papi is a bricklayer. He works hard every day to help build the city, brick by brick. Luis is proud of his Papi, and he works hard, too – in school, book by book. And Luis like to create things – molding clay into tiny bricks to make buildings, just like Papi. Together, they dream big about their future. Their dream is to build a house of their own. >>>Heidi Woodward Sheffield’s books in SHI collection.
Luisの父親はレンガを積み上げる仕事をしている。町を建設する為に、一つ一つレンガを積み上げて、毎日一生懸命に仕事をしている。 Luis は、そんな父親を大変に誇りに思い、彼も学校で本から本へと一生懸命に勉強している。そして彼は、物を作るのが大好きであった。父親みたいに、粘土を小さなレンガにして建物を建てた。そして、Luisと父親は、一生に将来の大きな夢をもっていた。彼等の夢は、自分達の家を建てることであった。>>>SHI コレクションにあるHeidi Woodward Sheffieldの作品。
By Tanu Shree Singh, Illustrated by Sandhya Prabhat ( Maginatin Press, an imprint of the American Psychological Association. – 2020 )
Ani’s stuck in a dark cloud because his mother hasn’t been home. His friends and family try to brighten his mood, but nothing helps. When Mama finally comes back, but with her hair missing, Ani’s light gets brighter and brighter, chasing away his darkness. The unconditional love between Ani and his mother shines through as the two enjoy their precious time together, whether it’s forever, or just for now. >>>The original version published in India in 2019. Includes a note from the author explaining way to help a child through a family crisis.
By Tasha Spillett-Summer, Illustrated by Slini Perera (Owlkids Books – 2022 )
Why does Izzy’s skin look different from her mama’s ? And why does hair Izzy’s have swirls and curls that jump out from her braids, while her mama’s hair is smooth and straight with a braid that hanging right down the middle of her back? “You are part of me, and I am part of you. I am beautiful like me, and you are beautiful like you.” A timeless story celebrating how beauty and belonging come in all shapes and sizes.
When May comes to live with Grama, they become an unstoppable team. Together they create art, birdwatch, and prepare inventions for the annual space fair. And they never, ever say goodbye without a hug. But when May wins the opportunity of a lifetime and gets ready to take off – literally – on her own, Grama worries: will May leave on her longest adventure yet without a hug?