What is a family? (easy read)

Mum, dad and you?
	You and mum?
You and dad?
You and your foster family?	You and grandma?
Part of two families?
	You and your adopted family?
Do you live with your auntie?	Or your big sister?

There are lots of different kinds of families.

What do families do?

They live together. They share. They care for each other. They keep each other safe. They love each other. They work together. They have fun together.

What does your family look like?

This girl made thumb prints and turned them into a picture of her family. You could do this too.

We've provided this information to help you to understand important things about staying healthy and happy. However, if you feel sick or unhappy, it is important to tell your mum or dad, a teacher or another grown-up.