And Then Came You

And Then Came You is described by Liz Garton Scanlon, author of the Caldecott Honor winner All the World, as “a lyrical love letter, written to families of all shapes and sizes.”

This delightful rhyming picture book is perfect for anyone facing the challenges that accompany change. Bit by bit, and branch by branch, this “family tree” grows to make room for more and more (and more!) love. Families grow and change, but what if you like things just the way they are? What if you aren’t ready to welcome in a new parent, a messy pet, or a baby sister who cries a lot and is leaking goo?! Change can be scary, but even a full heart has room to grow.

Both hilarious and heartwarming, this endearing children’s book is a powerful tool for helping little ones understand that there are often silver linings to the changes life brings. Even when things are initially uncomfortable, an open heart paves the way and teaches us that a family can be full of love at any size.

Universal Message: Families inevitably change over time, and transitions can be challenging for a child who is used to the way things used to be. The honest feelings and sweet messages woven into the story will resonate with families of all sizes and kinds.

Humorous Family Book: Tackling a challenging issue with humour and compassion, this lighthearted and unexpectedly quirky children’s book is heartwarming and healing all at once.

Guessing Game Rhythm: This is an incredible read-aloud with polished rhyming text and an energetic plot. Young listeners will have fun guessing what word comes next, creating a guessing game that uses both rhyme and the turn of the page.