Family

gentle · rhyming · informative · beautifully illustrated

Genres

What is Family about?

Travel across the world to discover how animal families live, love and look after one another. Follow elephants crossing the savannah, dolphins diving through the sea and manatees swimming together as parents and young stay close and safe. Gentle rhyming verses describe the special bonds between creatures, while colourful illustrations and peek-through die-cuts reveal new scenes on every page. This calming picture book celebrates family, belonging and the many ways animals support each other.

About the author

Patricia Hegarty is a much-loved author who writes enchanting books for children. She is best known for 'Everybody's Welcome' and 'Tree: Seasons Come, Seasons Go'. Patricia’s stories often explore nature, kindness, and friendship, making them perfect for young readers who love to learn about the world around them.