There are different ways to show and be who you are in this affirming photographic picture book that offers a celebratory and informative look at kids and their wide-ranging gender identities. “Sometimes it’s hard when kids say you have to be a boy or a girl when you’re not.
Shelley Rotner Books






A colorful photo-essay provides a look at boats of all sizes and their various uses, from putting out fires and hauling cargo to carrying people and defending shorelines.
Do you know what love looks like? What it sounds like? Smells like? Do you know how big it is or what it can do? Take a peek inside. This book has love to share!
A classic series returns better than ever! Updated with contemporary and engaging photos, the much loved world of author and photojournalist Shelley Rotner returns to print.
"Full-color photographs and simple text illustrate a variety of good-bye situations"--Provided by publisher.
Love Is a Big Feeling
- 40 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Emphasizing the theme of love, this picture book showcases the joy found in embracing emotions and friendships. Through the lens of award-winning photographer Shelley Rotner, readers are invited to witness the beauty of love in everyday moments, encouraging a deeper appreciation for connections with others. The warmhearted imagery enhances the message, making it a delightful exploration of love's presence in our lives.
Me Gusta La Granja
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Set in a vibrant farm environment, this book explores the joys and challenges of rural life through engaging narratives and colorful illustrations. It captures the essence of farm activities and the relationships between animals and humans, making it appealing to young readers. The story encourages an appreciation for nature and the simple pleasures found in everyday farm experiences, fostering a sense of curiosity and connection to the agricultural world.
Vibrant photographs capture the joyful interactions between children and farm animals, showcasing the bond and fascination they share. Simple text allows young readers to identify adult animals alongside their babies, fostering a sense of wonder and appreciation for these creatures. The book highlights the happiness of children as they engage with animals, making it an engaging introduction to farm life for early readers.
Every Body
A Celebration of Diverse Abilities
The book features a stunning collection of photographs that highlight the beauty and diversity of individuals with varying physical and neurological abilities. Captured by a National Geographic photographer, it aims to foster understanding and appreciation for these differences, showcasing the resilience and unique stories of each subject. Through powerful imagery, the work invites readers to reflect on the human experience and the strength found in diversity.
Families
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Big or small, similar or different-looking, there are all kinds of families. Celebrate diversity with this picture book for very young children about the many faces of contemporary families. Bright photographs by National Geographic photographer Shelley Rotner capture families having fun together, enjoying all the ways they are similar and different. Some families have one parent, and some have two; some have aunts and uncles and grandparents living with them. Some have adopted children, some have children born to them. Whether they live all together or far apart, families love and care for each other. Designed to showcase the wide variety of modern families and spur discussions about young readers' own family history, this beautiful picture book is a must-have for children beginning to learn about the world and the people around them.