Get Free Shipping on orders over $79
Our Home : The Love, Work, and Heart of Family - Lori Sugarman-Li

Our Home

The Love, Work, and Heart of Family

By: Lori Sugarman-Li, María Perera (Illustrator)

Hardcover | 30 April 2024

Sorry, we are not able to source the book you are looking for right now.

We did a search for other books with a similar title, however there were no matches. You can try selecting from a similar category, click on the author's name, or use the search box above to find your book.

A poetic tribute to the love, care, and effort that make a house a home—Our Home celebrates everyday moments that bring families together.

Zibby Award Winner—"Best Book for the Parents"

Through gentle rhymes and vibrant illustrations, this picture book reframes everyday chores as powerful acts of care. Whether it's setting the table, folding laundry, or making the bed, each small task becomes part of something bigger: a family working and growing together.

Perfect for children ages 4–8, this story fosters gratitude, empathy, and pride in helping at home—showing that when we work together, everyone belongs.

Why Families Love This Book:

• Chores Reimagined: Turns daily tasks into acts of love, helping kids feel pride and purpose.
• Social-Emotional Learning: Supports conversations about care, fairness, and shared responsibility.
• Inclusive & Uplifting: Reflects diverse family structures with warmth, heart, and vibrant art.
Educator-Approved: Great for classrooms and family libraries; sparks meaningful discussions at home.

Our Home is a heartfelt reminder that helping out isn’t just a chore—it’s a way to connect, care, and belong.
Industry Reviews
"A tip of the hat to all of the invisible labor that happens [...] making little ones aware of what their parents do and reminding parents to watch for those bucket-filling moments of delight with their children." * School Library Journal *
"An original and fun read from start to finish, with its emphasis on family values and self-esteem, Our Home: The Love, Work, and Heart of Family is an extraordinary and unreservedly recommended addition to family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library Life Lessons/Life Skills picture book collections." * Midwest Book Review *
"A charming, nicely illustrated children's book depicting diverse and relatable families whose members work together to make their homes functional, loving, and fun." -- Jill C. Dardig, Professor Emerita at Ohio Dominican University, author of Let's Make a Contract: A Positive Way to Change Your Child's Behavior
"For parents who are raising the next generation of leaders and team members, Our Home is an essential children's story which shows how teamwork, collaboration, and a more equitable distribution of work can lead to loving and healthy outcomes." -- Kristi Rible, founder/CEO of The Huuman Group (TM) and Stanford Instructor on "Motherhood and Work"
'My 6-year-old son requests we read Our Home on repeat! He calls it the "hugs" book, showing me he's made the connection between the work of a family, and the care it represents.' -- David Shoemaker, Chief Executive Officer and Secretary General, Canadian Olympic Committee
"Instead of complaints about the tedium of chores and housework, this fabulous little book provides a joyful read that sheds a light on the contributions we can make for each other to the home environment." -- Dr. John Duffy, Clinical Psychologist and bestselling author
"Visually stunning and a pleasure to read, this book is an essential contribution to an overdue cultural shift where invisible labor is made visible and domestic work is given the respect it deserves." -- Laura Danger, Social Media Creator and Influencer (@thatdarnchat)
"A foundational spark for the wellness of families and a future of partnerships founded in understanding equity and the value of care." -- Eve Rodsky, author of Fair Play and Find Your Unicorn Space

More in Family & Home Stories for Children & Teenagers

Stuck in the Middle - Anton Clifford-Motopi

RRP $17.99

$16.75

Hikaru in the Light! : A Graphic Novel Volume 4 - Mai Matsuda

RRP $19.99

$16.75

16%
OFF
To All The Boys I've Loved Before : Graphic Novel - Jenny Han

RRP $19.99

$16.75

16%
OFF
Ninja Fright! (Ninja Kid 18) : Ninja Kid - Anh Do

RRP $16.99

$14.75

13%
OFF
First Place : Sweet Valley Twins : The Graphic Novel #8 - Francine Pascal
Heart Beats : Two Hearts #4 - Yvette Poshoglian

RRP $17.99

$14.99

17%
OFF
Paint Me Like Your Dead Girls - Cynthia Murphy

RRP $19.99

$18.75

Drop Dead Famous : The crime thriller obsession of the summer! - Jennifer Pearson
The Heirs - Faridah Abike-Iyimide

Paperback

RRP $19.99

$18.75

Super Sleuths : Ella Diaries: Mystery Special #1 - Meredith Costain

RRP $17.99

$14.99

17%
OFF
The Everywhere Train - Deborah Frenkel

RRP $24.99

$19.99

20%
OFF
Thomas and Friends Bedtime Treasury : Thomas and Friends - Thomas & Friends
Guess How Much I Love You : Guess How Much I Love You - Sam McBratney
The Great Escape - Deborah Marcero

RRP $34.99

$28.75

18%
OFF
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days : Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Book 4 - Jeff Kinney
Go For Gold : Sleepover BFFs: Book 3 With Necklace - Fiona Harris
The Nardi Puzzle - Gabriella Page

RRP $18.99

$18.75

Two Wolves - Tristan Bancks

Paperback

RRP $17.99

$16.75