Amanda and Bennett's Wish For A Family
Paperback
Publisher: Todd Michael Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2026
Pages: 32
Weight: 0.17
Height: 0.07 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Amanda and Bennett's Wish for a Family is a heartwarming children's picture book about love, belonging, blended families, and the many beautiful ways families grow. This touching story follows Bennett as his greatest wish comes true when his mama, Amanda, marries her wife and their family welcomes a new brother.
As Bennett discovers the joy of having a second mommy and a sibling, he learns an important lesson: love does not get smaller when a family grows. Instead, love stretches, makes room, and becomes even bigger.
Perfect for children ages 4-8, this uplifting family book celebrates kindness, acceptance, inclusion, and the special bonds that bring people together. Whether your family includes one parent, two parents, stepparents, siblings, or loved ones who came together in unexpected ways, this story reminds children that every family deserves respect, understanding, and love.
Part of the inspiring Wish Series by T.M. Arden, this book helps young readers explore:
Blended families and family growth
Two-mom families and LGBTQ+ family representation
Sibling relationships and belonging
Kindness, empathy, and acceptance
Diversity in family structures
Self-esteem and emotional learning
With gentle storytelling and a positive message, Amanda and Bennett's Wish for a Family is ideal for parents, grandparents, teachers, counselors, and caregivers seeking inclusive children's books that encourage compassion and celebrate every family's unique story.
Because when love makes room, families become even stronger.
Perfect for fans of: family diversity books, blended family books for kids, LGBTQ+ children's books, social-emotional learning stories, kindness books, inclusion books, and heartwarming picture books about belonging.
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