Books Like Stella Brings the Family
Families who loved Stella Brings the Family by Miriam B. Schiffer often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Stella Brings the Family by Miriam B. Schiffer often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child starts noticing that their family structure differs from the traditional norm, or when they feel anxious about upcoming school events like Mother's Day or Father's Day. It is a gentle, affirming resource for children who might feel 'othered' by heteronormative school traditions, providing a roadmap for how to navigate social expectations with confidence and creativity. The story follows Stella, a young girl with two daddies, who feels a knot in her stomach when her class plans a Mother's Day party. Rather than focusing on the political or social aspects of her family structure, the book centers on Stella's internal emotional journey: her worry about being the only one without a mom at the party. It beautifully illustrates that while her family looks different, she is surrounded by an abundance of love and support. This is an essential choice for normalizing LGBTQ+ families and teaching all children that every family is defined by who loves and cares for them, not by a specific set of roles.
