Celebrate love, connection, and the many shapes of family with the Fabulous Families Pack—a warm and inclusive collection of stories that reflect the bonds that hold us together. From everyday routines to heartfelt moments, these books highlight the joy of belonging and the strength found in family, no matter its form.
Thoughtfully selected to support Early Learning Centre values of inclusion and empathy, this pack helps children see their own families reflected in stories—while also introducing them to the diverse ways families live, love, and grow.
The Fabulous Families Pack includes:
1. My Brother the Duck – Pat Zietlow Miller & Daniel Wiseman
Fledgling scientist Stella Wells has a hypothesis to prove: Could it be that her new baby brother is a duck?
2. Angelina's Baby Sister - Katharine Holabird & Helen Craig
Angelina Ballerina thinks she’s the luckiest mouse in the world - she’s going to be a big sister! But being a big sister means change, and sometimes change can be hard. When her baby sister arrives, Angelina feels like no one has time for her anymore. But with time and a lot of love from her family, Angelina realises that being a big sister is the role she was born to play.
3. Grandpa's Workshop – Larissa Juliano & Francesca De Luca
Step into Grandpa’s workshop for a heartwarming day of tinkering, sorting, and discovering little wonders in every dusty, magical corner.
4. Mamasaurus - Stephan Lomp
Babysaurus can't find his mother, so he and his prehistoric friends set off to find her. Is his Mamasaurus the fastest in the jungle? No. Is she the best flyer? No! Of course, Mamasaurus has been right there all along, and when Babysaurus needs a little help, she is ready with a big hug.
5. ABC of Families – Abbey Williams & Paulina Morgan
This joyful alphabet book celebrates every kind of family—big, small, blended, adopted, or co-parented—showing children that love makes every family just right.
