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Mother’s Day Picture Books To Read Together

by Lindsay Barrett

Any day of the year is a good one for curling up with a book together, but Mother’s Day is a special chance to delight in stories that honor moms! These picture books celebrate the hard work and loving care of mothers everywhere.

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    Mama Hug

    by Emma Straub

    This snuggly tale will tug at any mother’s heart. Mama and Baby sing, dance, tickle, and laugh their way through a day together. The brief and soothing rhymes beg to be read over and over again with a tiny, squishy person cuddled close.
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    Mama Loves It

    by Raffi

    When Mama and Papa are busy cleaning up, a little kid does their best to contribute. It feels good to be helpful — and of course, Mama DOES love it when they lend a hand! Sweet illustrations bring Raffi’s catchy song about doing chores to life.
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    Mama in the Moon

    by Doreen Cronin

    A baby sloth falls from his tree in the night and wakes up alone. Will Mama come get him? Of course she will, even if it takes a while! Any mom who’s called out, “I’ll be there soon!” will smile at this reassuring tale.
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    I Would Love You Still

    by Adrea Theodore

    A trip to the zoo turns into a reflection on unconditional love. A child learns that even when young ones get a bit wild, Mom will still love them! This joyful, rhyming conversation between mother and child will be a bedtime favorite.
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    Mommies are for Counting Stars

    by Harriet Ziefert

    Mommy is special in many ways: She helps, she’s nice to lean on, she celebrates accomplishments, and of course, she says “no” when it’s necessary! Young children will eagerly lift the flaps and make connections to the loving actions of their own moms.
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    Well Done, Mommy Penguin

    by Chris Haughton

    Moms everywhere put so much effort into taking care of their families — and that includes penguins! Little Penguin waits for Mommy to come back with fish for dinner, cheering for her all the way. Little readers will connect with this story about eagerly anticipating Mom’s return.
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    Wash Day with Mama

    by Monica Mikai

    A young girl loves spending Sundays washing her hair with her mom. The process is long, but each step is filled with care and advice. Adults and children alike will enjoy reflecting on their own rituals and traditions.
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    Because of a Shoe

    by Julie Fogliano

    Anyone who’s experienced life with a toddler knows a tantrum can spring up about anything — especially something as tricky as a shoe! This relatable tale takes readers on an emotional journey of big feelings, waning patience, an explosion, and healing. It’s comforting for adults and children alike to remember that we can lovingly emerge on the other side of a tough moment.
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    How to Raise a Mom

    by Jean Reagan and Lee Wildish

    Over the course of a hilarious day of role-swapping, two kids must manage myriad tasks to take care of Mom. Readers will giggle at these siblings’ extraordinary efforts!
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    Our Mothers’ Names: Love in Many Languages

    by Uma Menon

    Friends who speak different languages at home disagree on what to call their mothers. They discover, of course, that there are many names for a mother, and they are all filled with love. This multilingual ode to moms connects families across the globe.
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