Jessicas's Two Dads: Travels to the Middle East
About this ebook
🌍 Jessica’s Two Dads: Travels to the Middle East is a heartwarming and educational children’s book that celebrates diversity, acceptance, and global exploration.
Join Jessica, a bright and adventurous young girl, as she embarks on an unforgettable journey with her two dads to the vibrant and historic Middle East. From the golden deserts of Jordan to the colorful markets of Morocco, Jessica learns about new cultures, delicious foods, different languages, and the beauty of family love in every form.
✨ Perfect for children ages 5–10, this book teaches empathy, open-mindedness, and the value of learning from other cultures. Whether your child is part of an LGBTQ+ family or just curious about the world, Jessica’s story opens hearts and minds in the most beautiful way.
💖 Why readers love this book:
Inspires cultural awareness and global curiosity
Celebrates non-traditional families with warmth and joy
Packed with colorful illustrations and fun facts
Ideal for bedtime stories, classrooms, and multicultural studies
📚 Part of the Jessica’s Two Dads series by Melvin J. Coates — a proud U.S. veteran and author dedicated to writing inclusive stories that empower children.
✅ Download now and help your child fall in love with the world — one page at a time.
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About the author
Melvin Coates is an author, educator, and U.S. military veteran who writes stories that spark curiosity, promote inclusion, and inspire young minds to think critically and compassionately. As the creator of the Jessica’s Two Dads series, Melvin blends his love for family, culture, and travel to craft books that reflect the diverse world we live in.
Drawing from his military service in intelligence and international affairs, Melvin brings a global perspective to his storytelling—introducing children to new places, people, and perspectives. His experiences have strengthened his belief in the power of empathy, respect, and understanding—values that are woven into every page of his work.
Melvin is also the author of My President Is Mean!, a bold children’s satire that uses poetry and wit to encourage young readers to recognize the importance of kindness, fairness, and leadership with integrity.
Whether advocating for acceptance through heartfelt family stories or teaching history and civics through verse, Melvin’s books aim to entertain, educate, and empower. He lives in Maryland and continues to write stories that uplift diverse voices and challenge young readers to explore the world with open hearts and minds.
