Common Sense Media Review
Bob Marley's classic song as a sweet tale of sibling love.
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What's the Story?
A beloved song is transformed into a visual celebration of family devotion in IS THIS LOVE?, with each page using the lyrics to illustrate the relationship between two siblings (with mom and dad making a few appearances, too).
Is It Any Good?
Dazzling illustrations and heartfelt storytelling shine through the lyrics in this book, with each page beautifully capturing the more quiet moments of sibling connection—the protectiveness, trust, silliness, and the way they teach each other. The illustrations are intentional about focusing on the two children, with the parents making only a few appearances throughout. But the overall message is incredibly clear: there is true joy in the certainty that comes from family belonging to one another.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the teamwork between the siblings in Is This Love? When have you worked with a family member to do something fun or meaningful? How did that make you feel?
What are you grateful for when it comes to family? What kinds of things does your family do that make you feel loved and cared for?
Which illustration is your favorite? Why?
Book Details
- Authors :
- Illustrator : Alea Marley
- Genre : Board
- Topics : Arts ( Music and Sing-Along ) , Family Stories ( Dads , Moms , Siblings )
- Character Strengths : Gratitude , Teamwork
- Book type : Fiction
- Publisher : Chronicle Books
- Publication date : November 21, 2023
- Publisher's recommended age(s) : 3 - 5
- Number of pages : 36
- Available on : Hardback, Apple Books, Kindle
- Last updated : October 27, 2025
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