Families - Facts About Series Author:Donna Bailey Families brings together six popular titles from the "Talk-about- Books" series in a single, larger volume. Each story explores a different aspect of the young child's family using real-to-life photographs that depict a variety of children in different natural settings. This innovative series grew out of a desire to provide all children ... more »with the opportunity to see themselves within the books they are reading and identify with the children and families they see. The diversity of today's families is clearly captured. Since publication, more than 400,000 "Talk-about-Books" have been sold. The simple text and engaging photographs invite and encourage discussion, creating opportunities for developing language and literacy. The collection includes: * My Mom * Brothers * Grandpa * My Dad * Sisters * Grandma Debbie Bailey has a B.A. in Early Childhood Education, a B.Ed., and an M.A. in Applied Psychology. She lives in Calgary, Alberta. Sue Huszar has worked as a professional photographer for 21 years and specializes in children's portraiture. She lives in Acton, Massachusetts.« less