The Misadventures of the Family Fletcher

from 2wonderY

The relationship of the two dads never enters into the stream of this story. From the perspective of their sons, they are just parents. And that works, because parents are never readily identified as sexual beings to their children. This family seems so typical, with identity issues, misunderstan...

from jennybeast

Fun, funny school story with a family full of boys -- 2 dads, 4 adopted kids, a dog and a cat, all male. Nice mix of diversity in the family, clear respect and interest in cultural holidays for all the kids and in making their own family traditions that work for them. It's basically a gentle, wac...

from 4hounds

A sweet story. Filled with funny bits about boys being boys. Loved the subplot about Frog's imaginary friend, Ladybug. Will definitely recommend it to my young friends, and older friends who love the Penderwicks, Swallows and Amazons, Betsy-Tacy, Michael Biel.

from paula-childrenslib

Relates the adventures of a family with two fathers, four adopted boys, and a variety of pets as they make their way through a school year, Kindergarten through sixth grade, and deal with a grumpy new neighbor.

from amandabock

There's so much to like about this book! It's a sweet family story, along the lines of The Melendy Quartet, or even Ramona, although contemporary references to phones, etc., give it a slightly less timeless quality. Those who are looking for diverse families and characters will be delighted with ...