Love Makes a Family: It’s Cool to Be Kind Board Book
Cool Kind: Love Makes a Family is a Sophie Beer board book about the many forms a family can take and the everyday care that brings people together. Its colourful illustrations and simple text are aimed at young children, while its 24-page length makes it a short shared read.
At a glance
- Celebrates families with two mums, two dads, one parent or one of each.
- Pairs colourful illustrations by Sophie Beer with simple, motivational text.
- Chunky board-book pages are presented as a format for little readers.
Reference price: £7.99
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Offers an inclusive family theme that can help open conversations about different family structures.
- Short 24-page format suits a brief shared reading session.
- Customer feedback is positive about the vibrant illustrations and children’s interest in the content.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Little Tiger |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 7 Jan. 2021 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 24 pages |
| Reading age | 1 - 3 years, from customers |
| ISBN-10 | 1838910670 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1838910679 |
| Dimensions | 18.8 x 1.9 x 18.7 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 1.05 kg |
What to know before buying
- The listed reading age is attributed to customers rather than identified as a publisher recommendation. The listed weight is 1.05 kg, which buyers may wish to bear in mind if choosing a book for a very young child to handle.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Families looking for a short picture book that represents different family structures.
- Adults wanting a colourful board book to read with toddlers and discuss care, love and family.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a longer story or a detailed narrative, rather than a brief, theme-led board book.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback highlights the colourful illustrations and appreciation for the book’s celebration of different family structures. The content is described positively, including reports that children enjoy it, while reactions to the story are mixed. For buyers choosing a short, illustrated board book around family diversity, those comments suggest the theme and artwork may be more consistently appreciated than the story itself.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the illustrations as beautiful and vibrant.
- Customers appreciate the representation of different family structures and report that children enjoy the content.
Mixed feedback
- Reactions to the story vary. Some customers find it lovely, while others say it is not great.
Frequently asked questions
What is Love Makes a Family about?
It celebrates different family structures and the everyday ways parents and caregivers show love.
Is this a board book?
Yes. The listing describes it as a chunky board book for little readers.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 24 pages.
What age is it listed for?
The listing gives a reading age of 1 - 3 years, from customers, rather than stating a publisher age recommendation.
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