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During her school’s Mother’s Day celebration, Stella wonders how to bring her family to the party when she has no mother to invite. She’s supported by her two dads and a network of relatives and friends who treat her with love and care. Finding a creative solution, Stella learns that true family is defined by the people who support and cherish you, rather than by traditional roles. This gentle story celebrates diverse family structures and the power of acceptance and belonging.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Miriam B. Schiffer
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