Real Sisters Pretend

A celebration of love in modern families

Megan Dowd Lambert author Nicole Tadgell illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Tilbury House,U.S.

Published:27th Aug '19

Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back

Real Sisters Pretend cover

Mia and Tayja's playful journey in Real Sisters Pretend highlights the essence of sisterhood and the importance of love in modern families.

In Real Sisters Pretend, two young girls, Mia and Tayja, embark on an imaginative adventure where they pretend to be princesses. As they navigate their whimsical journey, they face challenges that test their bond and creativity. Throughout their escapades, the girls discover the strength of their connection, which goes beyond mere play-acting. Their shared experiences highlight the joys of siblinghood, whether by blood or by choice.

The story beautifully illustrates the theme of family, emphasizing that love is the core element that defines relationships. Despite being adopted, Mia and Tayja embrace their identity as sisters, showcasing how modern families can take many forms. Their playful interactions and heartfelt moments serve as a reminder that the ties of love can unite people in profound ways.

Real Sisters Pretend is not just a tale of imagination; it is a celebration of diversity in family structures. It encourages readers to cherish their unique family dynamics and recognize that what truly matters is the love shared among them. This charming narrative invites readers of all ages to reflect on the meaning of family and the bonds that connect us all.

"Where was REAL SISTERS PRETEND when I was growing up as an adoptee? A must have picture book, especially in today's world of varying family structures." -- Chris Soentpiet, illustrator of JIN WOO, AMAZING FACES, MY BROTHER MARTIN, and other books for young readers
"Joy. Love. Connectedness. These are all such hugely important things to hold onto right now in the midst of difficult times. It's paramount that we keep on emphasising to kids how loved they are, that family is family no matter what form it takes, that what matters is that we choose each other, always. "Real Sisters Pretend" (2016) by Megan Dowd Lambert, illustrated by Nicole Tadgell, explores that idea of chosen family so beautifully. It's a playful, joyful story of adoptive sisters, discussing their connection to each other and the misunderstandings of those outside their family. While it is clearly written specifically to the topic of adoption, the dialogue is true to life and highly entertaining. And I love the matter-of-fact choice of the author to make this a two-mom family. Because family is family, and that's the whole point of the story." -- Noodlenuts Children's Books

ISBN: 9780884487845

Dimensions: 257mm x 231mm x 5mm

Weight: 150g

32 pages