A heartfelt celebration of what makes every family unique-and the love that holds us together
A heartfelt and beautifully inclusive picture book about what it truly means to be a family. In Our Family celebrates what makes us unique, shares our happiest moments and hardest days, making mistakes, lifting each other up, and always finding our way back to one another-because family isn't about perfection, it's about connection, belonging, and love. With gentle, lyrical text and warm, expressive illustrations, this touching story captures the everyday moments and big emotions that shape who we are, from laughter and messes to distance and togetherness, honoring the many ways families grow, change, and stay connected no matter what. Perfect for reading together at home or in the classroom, In Our Family is a reassuring and empowering reminder that every family is different, and every family belongs.
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Andrew Hacket is a writer, second-grade teacher, and father of three. He is the author of several picture books, including Hope and the Sea, Curlilocks and the Three Hares, and In This Classroom (Red Comet Press). Hacket recognizes that being a kid is hard, and he writes to create ways for kids to see themselves in stories and characters, to accept and overcome their insecurities, or to escape for just a little while through the power of their imaginations. He lives with his family in Central Massachusetts. Visit him at andrewhacket.com. Charlotte Aager is a London-based illustrator whose warm, expressive artwork captures the beauty in everyday moments and the emotions that connect us. With a style that feels both intimate and inviting, she brings authenticity and heart to her characters, celebrating the messiness and magic of real life. Her art for In Our Family gently reflects the many ways families grow, change, and belong. Visit her at charlotteager.co.uk.