Naomis Too [Hardcover]

A heartfelt, sweet, social justice-themed ode to blended and unconventional families—perfect for fans of Rita Williams-Garcia, Lisa Graff, and Sara Pennypacker.

In this sequel toTwo Naomis, now that Naomi Marie’s mom and Naomi E.’s dad are married, the girls have learned to do a lot of things together, like All-Family Sunday dinners, sixth-grade homework, navigating the subway system by themselves, and visiting their favorite bakeries. Until sixth grade in a new school presents a whole new set of surprises and challenges.

Trusting her gut has worked for Naomi E. all her life, and she figures that it will be an asset to her role as a Peer Mediator—until she realizes how much of the job requires the Art of Compromise, which she’s only just starting to get used to at home.

Naomi Marie is excited about making new friends—but she wants to keep old ones too. And when she sees that some in the school community have a hard time with the realities of “diversity in action,” she wonders if the new members of her family can see those realities as well.

As the girls deal with the ups and downs of middle school and the mysteries of family dynamics, they learn that even when life and school try to drive you apart, it’s ultimately easier to face everything together.

“A sequel that packs as much heart, humor, and understanding as the first.”“The characters navigate microaggressions and the challenges of allyship in an authentic manner.”“Perfectly captures the wonder and sometime-challenges of adjusting to the “yes, and” experience of blended families.”Praise for TWO NAOMIS: “A smart, endearing story about two girls who are blending families, growing up, and building a friendship.”Praise for TWO NAOMIS: “This story of two families coming together is grounded and sweet...recommended for all children who lóå