single fathers (Census, 2016), single parents through adoption and grandparents who are parents to their grandchildren. All families are valued, and literature needs to be available in the classroom which shows more than just a single story. Diverse literature is very important to include in all classrooms (Leland et al., 2012) but diverse does not only cover race, religion or economic situation; it also covers who loves and looks after you. Especially students who see other students with mums and dads while they only have one or the other need to be supported, shown and encouraged that they are just as loved as those with two parents. Students can feel alienated if the only books available to them uphold stereotypes and reinforce the nuclear family. Children’s literature provides a window for students to explore the world and students who are not exposed to diverse literature can grow up with misconceptions and stereotypes about single parent families (Serafini & Moses, 2014). When students are having difficult times in their lives, literature can provide solutions and support from relatable characters through mirrors and windows in books. Books can be windows which offer a look in to the lives of the characters and while mirrors reflect our own lives and experiences to us which gives readers a sense of self-affirmation and comfort in their troubles being shared (Bishop, 1990). It is important to be inclusive of all home situations and not exclude those who are not relevant to the classroom. By having literature accessible which covers a range of family situations and types, students grow up to be educated and open minded about situations different to their own.>