"[Presents] an illustrated children's book for ages 5 and up that makes gender identity, sexual orientation, and family diversity easy to explain to children" -- Back of cover.
Simple text and illustrations discuss what being adopted means for young children. Uses child-friendly text and includes interactive questions, plus has a helpful section with advice, practical tips, and activities for caregivers and teachers.
A rhythmic text with repetitive phrases relates how the children watch Mama make soup and go with Papa to get tortillas before enjoying the results of her labor.
When her perfectionist classmate and neighbor plans an elaborate Thanksgiving dinner, Katie begins to wonder if the relaxed day she, her father, and her messy little brother usually enjoy means they are not a "real" family.