Books That Celebrate Mom
On Mother's Day or any day, savor this marvelous mix of mommy-honoring read-alouds.
When Mama Gets Home
by Marisabina Russo
Illustrated by Marisabina Russo
Mama is almost home from work! But first the young narrator and her sister and brother have a lot to do. They will set the table and peel the vegetables and get things ready. And when Mama does get home, they have so much to tell her about their day. But because she is Mama, she has time for each one of them.
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Someday
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by Alison McGhee
Illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds
What every mother (and parent) wishes for her child is a chance to live life at its fullest. McGhee and Reynolds have taken this idea and turned it into a poignant yet simple and pure picture book that will touch readers of all ages.
The Runaway Bunny
by Margaret Wise Brown
, Clement Hurd
Illustrated by Clement Hurd
First published in 1942, this classic has been enjoyed by generations. Hurd has redrawn some of his original pictures for this new edition of the comforting story of a bunny's imaginary game of hide-and-seek and the lovingly steadfast mother who finds him every time. Full color.
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Piglet and Mama
by Margaret Wild
Illustrated by Stephen Michael King
Oiiiiiink! Piglet has lost Mama! All the other mothers on the farm- Duck, Horse, Dog, and Sheep- offer Piglet a hug or games to play until her mother returns. But Piglet wants her Mama!
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On Mother's Lap
by Ann Herbert Scott
Illustrated by Glo Coalson
Scott's well-loved story sensitively captures the cozy warmth of a universal childhood experience, portrayed in an Eskimo setting. Michael loves cuddling in the rocking chair with his mother and his favorite toys.
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My Monster Mama Loves Me So
by Laura Leuck
Illustrated by Mark Buehner
"She tucks me tightly into bed,
then asks me id my spider's fed
and hangs my favorite bat above me.
That's how I know my mama loves me!"
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then asks me id my spider's fed
and hangs my favorite bat above me.
That's how I know my mama loves me!"
Mommy Hugs
by Anne Gutman
, Georg Hallensleben
, Chronicle Books
What could be sweeter than adorable baby animals snuggling with their mommies? This simple board book with warm illustrations feature a variety of animals and celebrate the affection between mothers and children. Cuddles and kisses will surely abound when reading this aloud!
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Mommy?
by Maurice Sendak
, Arthur Yorinks
Illustrated by Maurice Sendak
In this amazing book, the legendary Maurice Sendak re-invents himself yet again with his first ever pop-up book! A little boy is looking for his mommy. In each incredible page-spread he encounters a variety of familiar monsters. Is the boy scared? Of course not! Does he find his mommy at the end? Of course!
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Mama's Day
by Linda Ashman
Illustrated by Jan Ormerod
Somewhere there's a mama
lifting baby from a crib,
Snapping rompers, looping laces,
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lifting baby from a crib,
Snapping rompers, looping laces,
Mama Says: A Book of Love for Mothers and Sons
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by Rob D. Walker
Illustrated by Diane Dillon
, Leo Dillon
In this elegant expression of wisdom and love, mothers around the world share life's simplest yet important lessons with their sons. With paintings by the Dillons, these moments of sharing are profound, engrossing, and a tender display of hope and trust, strength and support.
Mama, How Long Will You Love Me?
by Anna Pignataro
Illustrated by Anna Pignataro
Miles and miles forever... As high as a giant tree... As magical as a starry night... As precious as you and me. Mama shows Sammy how their love is as everlasting as everything they see and do. In a brambly forest, Mama Bear tells Oli two things: She will always be his mother, and she will always love him.
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Mama, Do You Love Me?
by Barbara M. Joosse
Illustrated by Barbara Lavallee
This tender story about a sensitive little girl who lives in the Arctic focuses on her attempts to learn just how much her mother loves her.
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In a simple question-and-answer format, the girl repeatedly asks her mother if she loves her, imagining different scenarios to test her mother's devotion.
The Kissing Hand
by Audrey Penn
Here is the story of a little raccoon who confronts the first day of school and needs reassurance. Mother Raccoon finds an unforgettable way of communicating the message that everyone most needs to hear.
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I Love You the Purplest
by Barbara M. Joosse
Illustrated by Barbara Lavallee
, Mary Whyte
This warm story of a mother's undying love for her two sons helps budding readers understand the complexities of sibling rivalry and the depth of a parent's love for their children.
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Brothers Max and Julian each want to hold a special place in their mother's heart.
I Love My Mommy Because . . .
by Laurel Porter-Gaylord
Illustrated by Ashley Wolff
"I love my mommy because she gives me great big hugs. "
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I Love My Mommy
by Sebastien Braun
Sometimes mommies are funny and playful. Other times they are warm and comforting. And mommies "always" know when to laugh, where to play, and how to love. Through simple, moving text and endearing illustrations, Sebastien Braun captures the spirit of motherhood in a celebration for every mother and child.
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I Love My Mama
by Peter Kavanagh
Illustrated by Jane Chapman
This sweet rhyme follows Mama and Baby elephant as they take a walk together through the savannah. Every moment of Mama and Baby's day is filled with fun and caring as shown in playful and soothing illustrations. Perfect for Mother's Day. Full color.
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I Love It When You Smile
by Sam McBratney
Illustrated by Charles Fuge
When Little Roo wakes up, he just feels grumpy. His mother tries everything she can to make him feel better, but nothing she does makes any difference. So how will a deep, wide, and muddy-at-the-bottom hole make Little Roo smile?
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If Mom Had Three Arms
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by Karen Kaufman Orloff
Illustrated by Pete Whitehead
"I only have two arms!" Every mother has said it sometime, and every kid has heard it. But a young boy wonders: what would happen if Mom really had "more . . . many more?" Children looking at this inventive and amusingly illustrated picture book will happily join in the fantasy.
Hush!: A Thai Lullaby
by Minfong Ho
Illustrated by Holly Meade
This endearing book contains a Thai lullaby which asks animals such as a lizard, monkey, and water buffalo to be quiet and not disturb the sleeping baby.
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Does a Kangaroo Have a Mother, Too?
by Eric Carle
Beautiful illustrations show that animal babies, like human children, have mothers who love them! Eric Carle's gorgeous collage illustrations and playful text encourage children to learn about animal mothers and their babies.
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Are You My Mother?
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Series:
Beginner Books
by P. D. Eastman
When Baby Bird hatches from his egg, his mother is off looking for food. What's a bird to do?
I Love You Through and Through
by Bernadette Rossetti-Shustak
Illustrated by Caroline Jayne Church
A toddler and his teddy bear illustrate a young child's happy side, sad side, silly side, mad side, and more! Babies and toddlers will feel loved all over when they hear this declaration of adoration and affection!
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I Love You Through and Through/Te quiero, yo te quiero
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by Bernadette Rossetti-Shustak
Illustrated by Caroline Jayne Church
A bilingual (English and Spanish) rhyming story of unconditional love with adorable illustrations of a toddler and a teddy bear who declare "I love you through and through!"
Good Night, I Love You
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by Caroline Jayne Church
New from the Bestselling Illustrator of I Love You Through and Through! Caroline Jayne Church and her loveable, huggable toddlers are back!
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