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Dad, Papa, and Me: A Story About Family, Love, and Belonging
Paperback
Series: And It's Okay Series - Children's Social & Emotional Learning, Book 12
FamilyGeneral Juvenile Fiction
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Jun 17 2026
Pages: 34
Weight: 0.23
Height: 0.09 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Dad, Papa, and Me: A Story About Family, Love, and Belonging
A heartwarming children's picture book about two dads, family love, kindness, and belonging
Reading Age: 4-10 yearsGrade Level: Preschool-4 Dad, Papa, and Me: A Story About Family, Love, and Belonging is a gentle, affirming children's picture book that celebrates the many ways families can be formed.
Ten-year-old Mateo lives in Queens, New York, with Dad, Papa, and a house full of dogs. Together they fly kites, volunteer in their community, attend church dinners, visit Coney Island, and cheer each other on through life's big moments.
When a classmate notices that Mateo has two dads, he begins to think about what makes his family unique. Through kindness, community service, and unconditional love, Mateo discovers that families may look different from one another, but every family is special in its own way.
Part of the acclaimed And It's Okay(TM) Children's Social & Emotional Learning Series, this beautifully illustrated story helps children:
- Understand diverse family structures
- Build empathy and acceptance
- Celebrate belonging and community
- Appreciate kindness and service to others
- Recognize that love is what truly makes a family
Ideal for:
- Children ages 4-10
- LGBTQ+ family libraries
- Elementary classrooms
- School counselors and social workers
- Churches and community groups
- Adoption and foster family resources
- Family diversity and inclusion programs
Because every child deserves to see their family reflected in a story.
BISAC Categories
JUV039140
Juvenile Fiction / Family / Alternative Family
JUV013070
Juvenile Fiction / Social Themes / Friendship
JUV039060
Juvenile Fiction / Family / Parents
Children's Family Life
Children's Books > Growing Up & Facts of Life > Family Life
Children's Social IssuesChildren's Books > Growing Up & Facts of Life > Friendship, Social Skills & School Life
LGBTQ+ FamiliesChildren's Books > Family Life > LGBTQ+ Families
Families Come in Many Shapes-Love Looks the Same
A heartwarming story about two dads, community service, kindness, and the everyday moments that make a family.
Editorial Review Blurb
Dad, Papa, and Me reminds young readers that families are defined not by how they look, but by how they love. Filled with warmth, community spirit, and emotional reassurance, this uplifting picture book celebrates belonging in all its forms.
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