http://www.proudparenting.com/node/314 Comments for "Who's Daddy's Friend? Daddy's Roommate was one of the first children's books to portray gay life in a positive way." en http://www.proudparenting.com/node/314#comment-265 <p>We shouldn't be sheilding kids from the truth. People need to face the fact that there are gay couples out there. Yes I understand it has to do with little kids but there not saying this is how you have to be when you get older there just showiing to life. I understand 2-5 yr olds might not get it but if they learn that its ok then it will not be a big isssue.</p> Fri, 26 Oct 2007 18:19:43 -0700 comment 265 at http://www.proudparenting.com http://www.proudparenting.com/node/314 <p><strong><cite>"Daddy’s Roommate"</cite></strong></p> <p>In this picture book for ages 2-5, Frank and Daddy are seen pursuing their daily routine; and on weekends the entire family goes on various outings.</p> <p>It's a useful and straightforward view of an alternative family, and the format - single lines of copy beneath full-page illustrations - are great for kids and adults.</p> <p>Daddy's Roommate was one of the first children's books to portray gay life in a positive way; the gay couple do the same things heterosexual couples do: Take care of the house, argue, and spend time with their kid.</p> <p><a href="http://www.proudparenting.com/node/314">read more</a></p> http://www.proudparenting.com/node/314#comments activities books for kids daddy Gear &amp; Gifts Tue, 08 May 2007 00:00:00 -0700 Community Editor 314 at http://www.proudparenting.com