The Lopez Family: Science Fair Day
Illustrator
Aiswarya Mukherjee
Publisher
Dodi Press
Publication Year
2011
ISBN
9780976727361
Pages
50 pages
Genre
realism
Format
chapter book
Item Type
Fiction
Annotation
The Lopez Family: Science Fair Day is the first story in a fun series featuring Felix Lopez and his two dads. We are introduced to a family of scientists who love to invent new things like robots and Super Magic Glue. This story takes you on a journey as Felix learns how to cope in difficult situations, and he teaches children life lessons by his examples. Felix invents a remote control airplane for his school's science fair contest. Throughout the book, Felix encounters various obstacles, but he finds ways to overcome his challenges with the help, love, and support of his two dads. This tale touches upon subjects such as bullying, not giving up, and reinforces basic moral values such as honesty and integrity. Through this affectionate story, Felix shows children that it's okay to be themselves and to always keep a positive attitude even when times seem rough.
Grade Level
K-3
Diversity Topics
LGBTQ (Gender and Sexuality); Gay/Lesbian; gay; gay fathers; gay adults; same-sex parents; children of gay parents
Main Character
male child
Race/Ethnicities
White
Family Formation
two fathers
LGBTQ+
gay males
Keywords
bullying; science projects; scientists; airplane; morals; problem solving; honesty
Diversity Impact
indirect
STARS Citation
Bey-Clarke, Monica and Clarke, Cheril N., "The Lopez Family: Science Fair Day" (2011). Diverse Families. 427.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/diversefamilies/427