Together Because I Love You is a heart-centered picture book that turns the love languages into everyday moments between a caregiver and child. Created for children ages 3–12, this full-color book is designed for real-life connection. Little readers are invited to spot hidden surprises on each page and explore a simple “What’s your love language?” activity at the end, making it a gentle introduction to emotional literacy and family bonding. Together Because I Love You is a beautiful fit for bedtime reading, classrooms, counseling spaces, and anyone who wants to raise children who feel seen, safe, and loved.
Carmen Shares stories with young readers through school visits, community events, and classroom readings. Her book Together because I Love You invites children to explore kindess, connection, and the many ways we express love.
Read Across America Week
Reading Together because I Love You with students during Read Across America Week.
Carmen is available for:
Classroom or library read-alouds
Workshop: understanding the love languages
Author Q&A for students
Available in Spanish
👉 To invite Carmen, visit the Contact page and include your school name, date, and type of visit.
The love-language concept shared on this site is inspired by the work of Dr. Gary Chapman, author of The 5 Love Languages. His books helped me understand that people give and receive love in different ways, and I wanted to create a kid-friendly, family-centered way to practice that through storytime and everyday moments. My version is adapted for children, classrooms, and busy parents — but I always encourage families to explore his original work, too.
The 5 Love Languages by Dr. Gary Chapman
The 5 Love Languages of Children (with Dr. Ross Campbell)
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